Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Alteration B
Act · Governance
Policy date: 1999-01-01
An Act establishes amendments to the 1999 Constitution to update provisions on governance and rights. It targets Nigerian citizens, government institutions, and elected officials affected by these changes. The aim is to strengthen democratic institutions and federalism.
What Is This Policy?
Proposes specific alterations to the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to amend, update, or introduce constitutional provisions in line with contemporary governance, rights, or institutional reform needs.
Who Does It Target?
All Nigerian citizens whose rights, governance, or representation are affected by the proposed alterations Government institutions, elected officials, and constitutional bodies Civil society and legal practitioners engaged in constitutional reform
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Amend specific provisions of the 1999 Constitution to reflect current governance realities Strengthen democratic institutions, fundamental rights, or federalism as specified in the Bill Align constitutional provisions with Nigeria's development aspirations and international obligations
Key Features
Constitutional Alteration: Specific sections of the 1999 Constitution proposed for addition, deletion, or modification Legislative Process: Requires two-thirds majority in both the National Assembly and two-thirds of State Houses of Assembly for passage Institutional Reform: Targeted changes to governance structures, rights provisions, or federal-state relations Democratic Strengthening: Amendments aimed at deepening Nigeria's democratic practice and constitutional governance
Current Status
How to Access
Citizens can engage with this Bill through their elected representatives, public hearings, and civil society organisations Track progress via National Assembly website Attend or submit memoranda to public hearings on the Bill Contact your State or Federal constituency representative Application method: National Assembly – nassnigeria.gov.ng
Important Terms
Constitutional alterations require a supermajority – two-thirds of the National Assembly and two-thirds of State Houses of Assembly Alterations take effect only after full legislative approval and presidential assent where applicable
Impact & Metrics
Constitutional alterations have far-reaching, permanent implications for Nigerian governance, rights, and institutions – affecting all 220 million Nigerians.
Official Resources
Website: nassnigeria.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly of Nigeria This policy summary is for informational purposes. For official and legal details, refer to the cited Act or Bill and official government sources.
Legal Framework
The Constitution Alteration Bill operates under Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution, which prescribes the amendment procedure — two-thirds majority in both chambers of the National Assembly and ratification by at least 24 State Houses of Assembly. It is the supreme law by virtue of Section 1. The proposed alterations align with the National Assembly Constitution Review Committee's consultation findings and stakeholder recommendations on constitutional reform.