Senate Confirms Constitutional Amendments Before 2027 Elections

The Senate of Nigeria has assured that the ongoing constitutional amendment process will be finalized before the expiration of the 10th National Assembly in June 2027. This assurance comes amid concerns that the amendment could fail like previous attempts, especially with the 2027 general elections approaching.

Yemi Adaramodu, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, stated in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH that the Senate leadership is committed to completing the proposed amendments within the current Assembly's lifespan. He emphasized that the expiration of the 10th National Assembly will occur months after the January 2027 elections and that the recently passed Electoral Act addresses issues related to these elections.

The constitutional amendment process is a significant legislative undertaking for the 10th National Assembly, requiring approval from the National Assembly and at least two-thirds of the 36 state Houses of Assembly. Senate President Godswill Akpabio also noted that political campaigns would not impede the National Assembly's legislative responsibilities.