Calabar, Cross River State — 19 July 2025
The House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution has announced a major zonal public hearing for stakeholders from Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Rivers States. The hearing will take place at the Transcorp Hotel (formerly Metropolitan Hotel) in Calabar, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
The session, as outlined by Rt. Hon. Kingsley Chinda in an official communique, aims to collect broad-based input from the public on significant proposals for constitutional amendments.
Key Topics on the Agenda
- Potential Creation of New States
- Electoral Reforms
- Judicial Reforms
- Devolution of Powers
- Local Government Autonomy
- Security Restructuring
- Fiscal Federalism
- Citizenship and Indigeneship Rights
- Role of Traditional Institutions
- Strengthening Governance Institutions
These discussions form part of a nationwide initiative designed to ensure that amendments to Nigeria’s constitution reflect grassroots perspectives and regional concerns.
Stakeholders expected to participate include:
- Civil society organisations
- Legal practitioners
- Traditional leaders
- Government officials
- Other interested members of the public
The committee has emphasised the importance of wide-ranging participation, stressing that the legitimacy and effectiveness of the review process hinge on inclusive dialogue and representation from all sectors of society.
The outcome of the hearing will feed into the broader national constitutional reform effort, shaping the trajectory of governance and social justice in Nigeria.
