CONSTITUTION ALTERATION BILL HB 2462
Bill · Governance
Policy date: 1999-01-01
A Bill that proposes changes to the 1999 Constitution to update governance provisions. It targets all levels of government and citizens. This aims to enhance democratic institutions and administration of justice.
What Is This Policy?
A bill to alter specific provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, addressing identified gaps or required updates in the nation's fundamental law.
Who Does It Target?
All Nigerians, government institutions at federal, state, and local government levels, and the judiciary.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Update and improve specific constitutional provisions to address contemporary governance challenges, strengthen democratic institutions, and improve the administration of justice.
Key Features
Constitutional Amendment: Proposes specific changes to the 1999 Constitution Governance Improvement: Addresses identified gaps in constitutional provisions Democratic Strengthening: Aims to improve the functioning of democratic institutions
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration; requires two-thirds majority and state assembly ratification Coverage: Nationwide Requirements: Must pass both chambers by two-thirds majority and be ratified by at least 24 State Houses of Assembly
How to Access
Constitutional amendments apply automatically upon passage and ratification. The bill's progress can be tracked through the National Assembly.
Important Terms
Constitutional alteration requires a supermajority and state ratification The specific provisions being altered should be confirmed through the National Assembly records
Impact & Metrics
Would update Nigeria's constitutional framework to address contemporary governance needs.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja
Legal Framework
The Constitution Alteration Bill (HB 2462) operates under Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution, which requires a two-thirds majority in both chambers of the National Assembly and ratification by at least two-thirds of State Houses of Assembly for any constitutional amendment. As a proposed constitutional alteration, it derives its authority from the most fundamental legal instrument in Nigeria — the Constitution itself as the supreme law by virtue of Section 1.