The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review will on Monday, October 6, 2025, meet with leaders of registered political parties as part of the ongoing effort to amend the 1999 Constitution.
The committee, chaired by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, said the engagement is designed to gather political perspectives on critical reform areas such as state police, local government autonomy, power devolution, judicial reforms, and special seats for women.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the House spokesperson, Akin Rotimi, the lower chamber explained that the meeting would enable political parties to make inputs and share insights on national priorities that will shape the final draft of the constitutional amendment.
“The session will feature deliberations on priority areas such as special seats for women, judicial and electoral reforms, independent candidacy, local government reforms, state policing, human rights, and justice,” the statement said.
“It will also provide political parties with an opportunity to make inputs, share perspectives, and contribute meaningfully to discussions on key national issues.”
Rotimi noted that the committee had earlier toured the six geopolitical zones to collect stakeholders’ submissions and would submit its final draft report to the National Assembly in December 2025 for consideration.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Benjamin Kalu described the consultation as a vital step toward achieving an inclusive and credible constitution that mirrors the aspirations of Nigerians.
“Political parties remain the engine room of our democracy,” Kalu said.
“Their active participation in this consultation is essential to achieving constitutional amendments that are inclusive, credible, and reflective of the collective aspirations of Nigerians.”
He emphasized that the committee is committed to an open, participatory review process that ensures all voices are heard, especially from key political actors and institutions.
“This engagement will allow parties to bring their experience and institutional knowledge to bear on the constitutional reform process,” he added.
According to the statement, the committee has prepared a summary compendium of bills currently under review to guide discussions during the session, ensuring that deliberations remain focused and productive.
