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No Hidden Motives! – Senate’s Barau Vows Constitution Review Is for Nigerians, Not Himself”
The Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has assured Nigerians that the ongoing constitution review process is not driven by any hidden agenda or preconceived notions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on Saturday at the opening of the North‑West Zonal Public Hearing on the Review of the 1999 Constitution in Kano, Senator Barau—who also chairs the Senate Committee on Constitution Review—emphasised that the committee’s work is guided strictly by legislative ethics, patriotism, and the collective aspirations of Nigerians.
“We hold no preconceived opinions to impose on anyone,” Barau said. “Our commitment is to the highest ethical standards, open-mindedness, and a genuine sense of duty to the nation. I therefore urge all stakeholders to make their contributions with decorum, responsibility, and sincerity.”
He noted that since Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in 1999, public clamour for constitutional reform has been a recurring theme. In response, the National Assembly has passed five sets of constitutional amendments addressing governance, institutional reforms, and national development priorities.
“Yet, many pressing national challenges remain unresolved,” he admitted. “Some Nigerians believe these challenges are rooted not only in the Constitution but also in our collective attitude toward governance and the rule of law. Still, as representatives of the people, we are bound to answer their call for renewed hope.”
Barau explained that the Constitution Review Committee was established to reflect these demands and build broad national consensus. He disclosed that the committee has already received hundreds of memoranda covering issues such as electoral and judicial reforms, local government autonomy, traditional institutions, human rights, gender inclusion, and security restructuring.
“These submissions have been carefully reviewed and distilled into draft bills, which we now present for your scrutiny and input,” he said. “This hearing is designed to give every Nigerian a voice, including those who may not have the means to travel to Abuja.”
He described civic participation as “a vital contribution to shaping our national destiny” and called for synergy among all arms and tiers of government to ensure the reforms are successful.
“Our work must align with the House of Representatives and the State Houses of Assembly,” Barau said. “The cooperation of the executive and the judiciary is equally important. A law that is not implemented is no law at all.”
He commended the presence of lawmakers and stakeholders at the hearing, assuring that the engagement would not end with this meeting but continue until a consensus that reflects the true will of Nigerians is achieved.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has revealed that his push for an opposition coalition was initially rejected by members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the disclosure during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, where he reflected on events following the PDP’s defeat in the 2023 presidential election. According to him, he warned party leaders after the election that the PDP could struggle politically without forming alliances with other opposition forces. “To be honest, I was one of the major initiators of this coalition. After the PDP lost the last election, I told the party clearly that I did not see a future for the PDP without a coalition,” he said. Atiku said his advice was rejected at the time, despite his conviction that Nigeria’s political history had shown the importance of alliances. “They disagreed with me then. I have studied Nigeria’s political transition over the years and saw how previous alliances worked, so it was not difficult for me to foresee this,” he stated. The former vice president added that his support for coalition politics was also influenced by his desire to encourage the emergence of younger leaders he believes are vital to Nigeria’s future. “I saw some of these younger politicians as the future leaders of this country, and I felt it was my duty to point that out,” he said. However, Atiku claimed the resistance he encountered within the party was driven more by personal feelings than by disagreement over the substance of his proposal. “They disagreed with me simply because they did not want to see my face, not because of what I was suggesting,” he said. Atiku added that recent political developments have now vindicated his position on the need for a broad opposition alliance ahead of future elections.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will first pursue a consensus arrangement before considering a primary election for its 2027 presidential ticket.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made this known during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday while discussing the party’s leadership and strategy ahead of the next general election.
He said he is open to backing a consensus candidate if that becomes the party’s collective decision, stressing that such support should not be interpreted as stepping aside.
“It is not about stepping aside, but whether I am willing to support, and yes, I will,” Atiku said.
According to him, the ADC’s first priority is to build internal unity and reach an agreement among stakeholders before considering a competitive primary process.
“Our first option will be to work out a consensus. If that doesn’t happen, then of course we will explore other options. And yes, I will support whoever eventually emerges,” he stated.
Atiku also expressed confidence in the political experience within the party, saying he believes a consensus is achievable and may make a full-scale primary contest unnecessary.
“That remains our preferred path. We will go for primaries if consensus fails, but I honestly do not expect it to get to that stage because we are dealing with mature and experienced politicians,” he added.
His comments come amid growing political consultations and coalition talks as parties begin to position themselves ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has significantly strengthened his chances of winning the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the remarks during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Wednesday. Speaking on what makes his latest presidential bid different from previous attempts, Atiku said the ADC coalition brings together key political figures from across major parties, including the APC, PDP and Labour Party. He described the alliance as a broader and more strategic political arrangement ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to him, the coalition has created a stronger platform that improves his prospects. “Now, we have a broader coalition — a combination of APC, PDP and LP — which gives me a better chance of becoming president in 2027,” he said. Atiku also noted that the coalition reflects both experience and generational inclusion, which he said shows a clear succession plan. “You see people of my generation, and you see younger people coming behind us, so you can clearly see a succession pattern,” he added. Meanwhile, Atiku described former President Goodluck Jonathan as a decent but inexperienced leader. According to him, Jonathan’s lack of experience contributed to shortcomings in governance and played a role in his defeat in the 2015 presidential election. “I know Goodluck Jonathan very well. He is a decent young man, but he was also inexperienced, and that contributed to his failure in managing the affairs of the country,” Atiku said. He made the remarks while stressing the need for experienced and capable leadership in Nigeria.
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