The Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria, Adebo Ogundoyin, has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on the ongoing constitution review process to ensure its timely conclusion.
Ogundoyin, who also serves as the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, made these remarks during the 2025 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Speaker emphasized the critical importance of strengthening Nigeria's constitutional framework through inclusive and transparent legislative engagement.
"We respectfully urge the National Assembly to sustain the current momentum on the constitutional review process. Any loss of this momentum, however unintended, risks diminishing the impact and relevance of the reforms," Ogundoyin stated.
He further stressed that timely conclusion of the amendment process would "enable amendments to be implemented well ahead of the next general elections," highlighting the practical implications of completing the review promptly.
The Conference of Speakers, according to Ogundoyin, will continue to partner with the National Assembly in advancing constitutional reforms that reflect the evolving realities of Nigerian society. He also pledged that the conference would uphold the sanctity of legislative authority at all levels and foster constructive synergy in pursuit of national development.
The constitution review process represents a significant opportunity to address various governance challenges and strengthen democratic institutions in Nigeria, with state legislatures playing a crucial role in the ratification of amendments passed by the National Assembly.
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