Bill To Ensure Rotation Of Presidency Passes First Reading In Senate

In a significant development within the Nigerian Senate, a legislative milestone was reached as Senator Abba Moro’s proposed bill advocating for the rotational distribution of power across Nigeria cleared its initial reading successfully.

Formally titled The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2024, this legislation aims to amend the existing 1999 Constitution, introducing a structured system for the rotation of power among the nation’s various regions, senatorial districts, and federal constituencies during presidential, gubernatorial, and senatorial elections, respectively.

Spearheaded by Senator Abba Patrick Moro, who represents the Benue South Senatorial District and holds the position of Senate Minority Leader, the bill presents a visionary strategy for reshaping political representation and leadership dynamics in Nigeria. Its primary objective is to ensure that all segments and states across the nation are not just included but actively participate and feel represented in the country’s democratic processes.

The proposed legislation contains specific provisions dictating that the presidency of Nigeria should rotate among the country’s six geopolitical zones, with each state having the opportunity to hold the office for a maximum of two four-year terms. This provision aims to prevent any region from monopolizing the presidency, ensuring that all zones have equitable opportunities for leadership.

Regarding gubernatorial elections, the bill outlines a rotational mechanism where the governorship position would alternate among the three senatorial zones within each state. This approach is designed to promote inclusivity and fair participation in the developmental processes of each state.

Likewise, the bill addresses senatorial elections by proposing a rotation among all federal constituencies within a senatorial zone, thereby enhancing representation and facilitating social advancement across the nation.

Furthermore, the legislation delves into the rotation of Members of the House of Representatives, stipulating that a local government area that has previously produced a member would not be eligible to do so again until all local governments within the federal constituency have had their turn, provided that the previous representative served a complete four-year term or was validated through an election.

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