Donald Duke Calls for Constitutional Review in Nigeria

Donald Duke has called for a review of Nigeria's constitutional requirements for the presidency, arguing that the current structure does not adequately support effective governance. He stated that every federating unit should also function as an economic unit.

Duke emphasized that Nigeria's presidential system would benefit from having two strong political blocs, as fragmentation of the opposition gives incumbents an advantage. He pointed out that the 2023 presidential election resulted in a minority government, which did not secure a majority of votes cast.

Under Section 134 of the Constitution, a winner must only achieve the highest number of votes and meet geographical spread requirements, without needing over 50 percent of valid votes. Duke criticized the proliferation of political parties, noting the absence of clear ideological differences among them, which he believes undermines the political landscape in Nigeria.