By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu has promised inclusive reform as Nigerians turn out in numbers for constitution review.
Precise Post recalls that in a strong display of civic engagement, Nigerians from diverse backgrounds gathered in Abuja on Monday for the National Public Hearing on the Constitution Alteration Bills, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing constitutional reform process.
The hearing, which drew traditional rulers, civil society organisations, faith leaders, labour unions, persons with disabilities, and business stakeholders, was hailed as a powerful expression of national unity and democratic participation.
Speaking at the event, Hon Kalu who is a member of the House Committee on Constitution Review praised the turnout, describing the engagement as a testament to the people’s desire to shape their nation’s future.
Highlighting this on his X account, Kalu said:
“The true strength of our nation lies in the willingness of its people to shape their own destiny.”
“Today, Nigerians demonstrated that strength. This was not just another gathering—it was a powerful expression of unity and the beauty of our diversity.”
The Constitution Alteration Bills under review address key national issues and, according to lawmakers, reflect the genuine needs and aspirations of the Nigerian people.
The proposed amendments will undergo thorough deliberation at the plenary stage, followed by harmonization with the Senate and the required ratification by at least 24 State Houses of Assembly.
“Constitutional reform is not a sprint but a marathon, and today marks a defining step in that journey,” he added.
Appreciation was extended to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support and leadership, as well as to state governors, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, and fellow lawmakers for their commitment to the review process.
The lawmaker also commended the efforts of all stakeholders who participated in the hearing. “Your participation reaffirms that this Constitution belongs to the people, and together, we will shape a Nigeria that is stronger, fairer, and truer to the aspirations of her citizens,” he concluded.
The public hearing represents one of several steps in Nigeria’s complex constitutional amendment process, which aims to make the nation’s laws more reflective of its dynamic, diverse population.
