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From July 16–17, 2025, the National Summit on The Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy held at Transcorp Hilton and Nicon Luxury Hotels in Abuja. Led by former Commonwealth Secretary-General Chief Emeka Anyaoku, the summit brought together diverse Nigerian voices - elder statesmen, youth, civil society, diaspora, academia, religious leaders, market leaders, and more - to tackle this very question. 🎯 The consensus was clear: the 1999 Constitution, seen as a military imposition without the people's input, is responsible for many of Nigeria's systemic failures, including a weakened federal system, growing inequality, insecurity, and a decline in national pride. 🎯 The call to action? A new, inclusive, people-driven Constitution that reflects our aspirations for justice, equity, unity, accountability, and sustainable development. 🎊 Key resolutions aim to establish true federalism with greater autonomy for states and local government areas. The Summit pushed for signifi...

The Senate Committee’s public hearings on the review of the 1999 Constitution are taking place across zonal levels on the 4th and 5th of July 2025. This crucial engagement provides citizens the opportunity to contribute to shaping Nigeria’s constitutional future. It is also a critical opportunity for public engagement on the Reserved Seats for Women Bill and other matters of national significance. The hearings will mark a pivotal step in advancing inclusive governance and equitable representation. The Reserved Seats for Women Bill represents a move to ensure that the voices of women are fully represented in Nigeria’s legislative framework. Flashback: In March 2022, the National Assembly voted down five major gender-focused constitutional amendment bills, igniting a wave of nationwide protests and widespread public criticism. These proposed amendments aimed to advance gender equity and amplify women’s representation in politics. Among them was the bill on Special Seats for Women in ...