The House of Representatives has announced the dates for a nationwide series of public hearings on Nigeria’s constitutional review, scheduled to hold from July 11 to 21, 2025. This move is part of efforts to ensure broader citizen participation in shaping the nation’s legal and institutional framework.
The announcement was made by Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Deputy Speaker and Chairman of the House Committee on the Review of the Constitution, during a press briefing in Abuja.
“These hearings are designed to be open and participatory, enabling civil society organizations, professional bodies, traditional institutions, and other interest groups to express their views on critical national issues,” Kalu said.
The hearings will be held across 12 centers located in Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, with the goal of collecting public input on 86 Constitution Review Bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly.
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Key Thematic Areas for Discussion
To guide public contributions, the Committee released a structured compendium, highlighting thematic areas that include:
- Electoral Reforms
- Judicial Reforms
- Inclusive Governance
- Security and Policing
- Devolution of Powers
- Local Government Reforms
- Traditional Institutions
- Fiscal Reforms
- Citizenship and Indigeneship
- Fundamental Human Rights
- Legislature and Strengthening of Institutions
- Creation of States and Local Governments
The compendium is available for download on the official House Committee website at hccr.gov.ng.
Kalu Urges Stakeholders to Participate
Kalu called on all Nigerians — especially youth groups, CSOs, and traditional rulers — to take advantage of the platform provided by the constitutional amendment process.
“Your contributions are crucial to the success of this constitutional review process,” he said. “Together, we will create a more inclusive and effective Constitution that truly reflects the aspirations of our great nation.”
About the Constitution Review Process
The current review is widely regarded as one of the most inclusive and extensive amendment efforts in Nigeria’s democratic history. The initiative aims to address longstanding governance challenges, improve institutional efficiency, and ensure that the Nigerian Constitution reflects modern realities and the diverse needs of its people.
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