4 h. ago Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu

Tribune Online Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu Goodwill message to the national summit on the future of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy (organised by The Patriots) Protocols I feel highly privileged to have been invited to extend my goodwill to this historic gathering, a citizenled initiative on an issue so critical that it speaks directly to the stability, and indeed, the very survival of […] Federalism was not just Chief Awolowo’s vision, it was the consensus of Nigeria’s founding fathers  —Amb Awolowo Dosumu Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku

Tribune Online Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku The Patriots National Summit: Chairman’s welcome address – HE Chief Emeka Anyaoku GCON CFR I welcome you all to this strictly non-partisan National Summit organized by the Patriots and the Nigerian Political Summit Group. The Patriots as you know is a group of respected elder citizens who are committed to achieving the unity and good […] Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha

Tribune Online Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Goodwill message from His Majesty, Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, CFR, mni, Obi of Onitsha, on the occasion of the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy on Tuesday, 15th July at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Congress Hall in Abuja. Dear esteemed participants I extend my heartfelt gratitude to The PATRIOTS and the Nigerian […] Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Nigeria Needs New Constitution That Reflects People’s Yearnings — Anyaoku

Former Commonwealth Secretary General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku has stated that Nigeria needs a new Constitution that will reflect the needs and yearnings of the people. Chief Anyanku stated this in his welcome address at the National Summit organised by The Patriots and the Nigerian Political Summit Group in Abuja, on Wednesday. He further said that […]

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22 h. ago Operators, Not Constitution Are Nigeria’s Problem — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday said whatever the strength or weakness of a constitution, the most important issue is the operators of the law. Obasanjo said no matter what is done to the Nigerian constitution, if the operators for the past one decade and a half remain unchanged, the welfare of Nigerians will continue […]

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23 h. ago Nigeria’s problem is leadership, not the constitution — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that Nigeria’s problems stem from its leadership rather than the constitution itself. In a read more Nigeria’s problem is leadership, not the constitution — Obasanjo

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23 h. ago Goodwill Message to the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy, By Ambassador Dr. O. Awolọwọ Dosumu

Tribune Online Goodwill Message to the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy, By Ambassador Dr. O. Awolọwọ Dosumu (Organised by The Patriots)  Protocols  I feel highly privileged to have been invited to extend my goodwill to this historic gathering, a citizen-led initiative on an issue so critical that it speaks directly to the stability, and indeed, the very survival of our country, and I do so with deep respect and a profound sense […] Goodwill Message to the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy, By Ambassador Dr. O. Awolọwọ Dosumu Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Buhari tried his best for Nigeria within his own limitations — Prof Adeniran

Tribune Online Buhari tried his best for Nigeria within his own limitations — Prof Adeniran Prominent groups and institutions are involved in serious intellectual engagements and discourse on the way forward for Nigeria out of its prolonged constitutional quagmire. Eminent jurists and other professionals believe that the existing 1999 Constitution, initiated, produced and imposed on Nigerians is wreaking more havoc than good for the country as its provisions are largely […] Buhari tried his best for Nigeria within his own limitations — Prof Adeniran Tribune Online

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54 h. ago The Patriots shift constitutional summit to Wednesday to honour Buhari, Awujale

Tribune Online The Patriots shift constitutional summit to Wednesday to honour Buhari, Awujale THE national summit on the future of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy, convened by The Patriots, has been rescheduled by one day in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who passed on, on Sunday Originally slated to hold from July 15 to July 17, 2025, in Abuja, the […] The Patriots shift constitutional summit to Wednesday to honour Buhari, Awujale Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Kano Pushes For New State, 26 More LGAs In Constitution Review Proposal

Kano State has formally requested the creation of a new state and 26 additional local government areas (LGAs) within its boundaries during the North West zonal public hearing on constitutional review held in Kaduna on Saturday. Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo, who led the delegation on Saturday, said the request was necessary to meet the needs […] The post Kano Pushes For New State, 26 More LGAs In Constitution Review Proposal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers

Tribune Online Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers As the House of Representatives intensifies its zonal public hearings on the review of the 1999 Constitution, stakeholders from the North-West, North-Central, and North-East regions of the country, including governors, traditional rulers, and civil society organizations (CSOs), have voiced strong support for a people-oriented constitutional amendment that reflects justice, fairness, and the diverse aspirations of […] Constitutional amendment: Northern governors, stakeholders push for equity, state creation, devolution of powers Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Democracy Will Fail Without Adequate Women Representation – Dakpokpo

Given the recurring setbacks despite global and regional commitments like the Beijing Declaration and AU protocols do you think Nigeria has failed its constitutional obligation to ensure gender equity? Yes, I believe Nigeria has fallen short. Despite being a signatory to global and regional frameworks like the Beijing Declaration and AU protocols, our actions have […]

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4 d. ago Etsu Nupe Seeks Role For Traditional Rulers, As Okura, Edu, Others Demand New State

The Etsu Nupe and chairman of Niger State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has submitted a memorandum seeking specific roles for traditional rulers in the 1999 amended constitution of Nigeria. This came as the memorandum for the creation of Okura State from the present Kogi State, Edu and Kainji  States from the present Niger, […]

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4 d. ago Constitution Review: It’s Time For State Police, Fiscal Federalism, Says Kaduna Gov

Kaduna state Governor Uba Sani, has called for bold and transformative amendments to Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, highlighting the need for state police, fiscal  federalism and  gender inclusion. The governor made the proposal during the North-West zonal public hearing on the constitutional review held in Kaduna yesterday. Governor Sani who was represented by his deputy, Dr […]

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5 d. ago SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document

Tribune Online SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document He noted that while Nigeria’s current constitutional framework provides for citizenship by birth, registration, and naturalisation allows states and communities to discriminate against "non-indigenes SAN calls for fresh Constitution as Nigeria reviews 1999 document Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation

Tribune Online Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation "Nigeria could gain an increase of 9% in GDP growth by..." Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation Tribune Online

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7 d. ago How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman

Tribune Online How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman Mogaji Gboyega Adejumo is the South West Chairman of The Patriots coordinating committee preparing the list of delegates for next week’s constitutional summit. In this interview by KUNLE ODEREMI, he sheds light on the goal of the summit, the vision of the elders and leaders of thought, and their quest for a new Nigeria. Preparations […] How The Patriots constitutional summit will shape Nigeria —Adejumo, S’West committee chairman Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Beyond NASS’ constitution amendment drive and the coalition’s babel of voices

Like a female dog “in heat,” when she’s in the fertile stage of her reproductive cycle, Nigeria can be said read more Beyond NASS’ constitution amendment drive and the coalition’s babel of voices

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1 week ago Constitution Amendment Will Fix Nigeria’s Challenges –Sen Barau

Deputy Senate president and chairman, Senate Committee on the ongoing consultations ahead of the review of the 1999 Constitution, Senator Jibrin Barau, has assured Nigerians, especially ethnic minorities, that far-reaching resolutions that would address the prevailing socio- political and economic challenges would be incorporated into the document at the conclusion of the exercise. At the […]

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1 week ago Judiciary, Legislature Have Become Servants Of The Executive – Buba Galadima

Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima, has declared that Nigeria’s judiciary and legislature have lost their independence and are now mere appendages of the executive arm of government. Galadima made the remark during an interview on Arise TV on Saturday, stressing that Nigeria’s major issue is not the constitution but the […] The post Judiciary, Legislature Have Become Servants Of The Executive – Buba Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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