Senate says constitutional amendment will be completed before 2027 polls

Summary

The Senate says the ongoing constitutional amendment process will be concluded before the 10th National Assembly ends in June 2027, despite concerns about the 2027 elections.

Highlights

• Senate Committee on Media and Publicity Chairman Yemi Adaramodu said the amendment work will be passed within the life of the current Assembly.
• He said June 2027, not January 2027, is the end of the 10th National Assembly’s tenure.
• Adaramodu said the recently passed Electoral Act has addressed issues around the January 2027 general elections.
• The Senate’s assurance comes amid concern that the constitutional review could face delays as election activity builds ahead of 2027.