The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review has taken a significant step towards constitutional reform by unveiling a summarized compendium of 86 Constitution Review Bills. Chaired by Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the committee aims to foster public engagement and solicit inputs from Nigerians on the proposed legislative reforms.
The compendium is organized into 13 thematic areas, including Electoral Reforms, Judicial Reforms, Legislature, Inclusive Governance, Security and Policing, Devolution of Powers and Strengthening of Institutions, among others. It provides a comprehensive overview of the proposed amendments, including explanatory memoranda, long titles, and detailed expositions of each bill.
The Deputy Speaker emphasized that the move is aimed at facilitating public engagement and soliciting constructive inputs from citizens. Zonal public hearings will be held across the country, where stakeholders and members of the public will have the opportunity to scrutinize the bills, seek clarifications, and provide feedback.
The public hearings are scheduled as follows:
– *Northern Geopolitical Zones*: Friday, July 11 – Sunday, July 13, 2025
– *Southern Geopolitical Zones*: Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 20, 2025
– *National Public Hearing*: Monday, July 21, 2025
The Deputy Speaker encouraged the public to download the compendium, review the proposed bills, and provide feedback to inform the legislative process. By participating in the public hearings, citizens can contribute to creating a more inclusive and effective constitution that reflects the aspirations of the nation.
The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review is committed to ensuring broader participation by Nigerians and other critical stakeholders in the ongoing process of amending the Constitution. With the public hearings underway, the committee is poised to gather valuable insights and feedback from citizens, which will inform their decisions when the bills are brought up for voting.
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