Lawmakers Advance Constitutional Amendments, Including Immunity Removal for Governors and Deputies
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Abuja witnessed a significant legislative milestone as 39 constitutional amendment bills advanced during the second reading session in the green chamber.
Among the proposals is a groundbreaking bill aimed at eliminating immunity for vice presidents, governors, and their deputies. The move, legislators say, seeks to curb corruption, eradicate impunity, and foster accountability in public office.
The bill not only qualifies the immunity granted to the president but also revokes that offered to key public officials, signaling a bold push for political reform.
Other notable proposals debated on Wednesday include separating the offices of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Attorney-General of states from their roles as Ministers of Justice.
Legislators argue this will ensure clearer delineations of power and streamline justice administration.
Additionally, a proposed amendment aims to grant citizenship rights to spouses of Nigerian women, alongside a provision to specify the minimum number of youths and women appointed to certain public offices.
This reflects a commitment to inclusivity and progressive representation.
Meanwhile, debates also centered on the creation of five new states: Ijebu, Ife-Ijesa, Tiga, Orlu, and Etiti. These proposals have sparked discussions about regional development and political decentralization.
As Nigeria marches towards constitutional evolution, these amendments promise to reshape the nation’s legal landscape, aligning governance with the aspirations of its diverse populace.
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