The Federal House of Representatives has called upon the technical team of consultants tasked with facilitating the ongoing constitutional review to make vital contributions towards shaping an inclusive and people-oriented constitution for the nation.
During a meeting held in Abuja, chaired by Rt. Honorable Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Committee on Constitutional Review emphasized the importance of the consultants’ role in advancing democracy in Nigeria.
The committee formally inaugurated and issued appointment letters to the nine-man team of consultants, sharing the timeline of their workplan and urging them to thoroughly study and contribute to its development.
The appointed consultants, including legal luminaries such as Mamman Mike Osuman, SAN; Professor Nuhu Mohammed Jamo; Chief Chris Uche, SAN; and Mr. Seni Adio, SAN, were tasked with various responsibilities aimed at streamlining the constitutional review process.
These responsibilities encompass developing a time-bound work-plan for the Committee’s activities, advising on consultation methodologies with stakeholders, analyzing memoranda from the public, and conducting research on proposed constitutional amendments.
Speaking at the meeting, Deputy Speaker Kalu charged the consultants to consider their assignment as a patriotic duty and an opportunity to contribute to national development. He emphasized the importance of their expertise in addressing inconsistencies and bottlenecks in the current constitution.
Kalu highlighted the significance of the consultants’ sacrifice and commitment to the national cause, urging them to write their names in the annals of history by ensuring the success of the constitutional review process.
In response, the consultants expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and pledged to work diligently to justify the confidence placed in them. They acknowledged the national call of duty and affirmed their dedication to the task at hand, vowing not to fail Nigerians in their endeavor.
The meeting underscored the collective commitment to fostering a democratic and equitable society through comprehensive constitutional reforms, with the consultants poised to play a pivotal role in guiding this transformative process.
