Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, along with other prominent leaders, has urged President Bola Tinubu to consider drafting a new constitution for Nigeria. Anyaoku and his group, operating under the name “The Patriot,” met with President Tinubu on Friday at the State House to advocate for this significant change, which they believe is essential to resolving the country’s ongoing challenges.
Speaking to State House Correspondents after the meeting, Anyaoku emphasized that the current constitution is inadequate for leading Nigeria to prosperity and is a root cause of many of the nation’s social and economic issues. He stressed the need for a new constitution to address these problems effectively.
The group, which included notable figures such as Senator Shehu Sani, Mike Ozekhome, Labaran Maku, Senator Ben Obi, and Segun Osoba, proposed that President Tinubu should swiftly send a presidential bill to the National Assembly. This bill would establish a constituent assembly tasked with drafting a new constitution that reflects Nigeria’s diversity.
They suggested that the draft constitution be subjected to a national referendum to ensure it represents the will of the people and effectively addresses the challenges facing the country. The group expressed confidence that a new constitution could be developed within nine months and could significantly impact Nigeria’s future.
