The Jigawa State House of Assembly has confirmed receipt of the Constitution Amendment Bill transmitted by the National Assembly. Speaker Haruna Dangyatim stated that the Assembly will complete the legislative work on the bill before the deadline at the end of this month. The bill was transmitted to all state Houses of Assembly for concurrence, as required by law. Dangyatim assured that Jigawa will not be left behind in the amendment process.
The Speaker disclosed that the Assembly had set up a committee to critically examine the amendments and make recommendations that reflect the interests of the people of Jigawa State. The committee's task is to ensure that the state's position aligns with the aspirations of its people. Dangyatim emphasized that the amendment process is crucial to strengthening Nigeria's democracy and addressing grey areas in the 1999 Constitution.
According to Dangyatim, the Assembly has 30 days to complete the legislative work on the bill from the date it received the letter. The Speaker stressed that transparency and patriotism will guide the House in its consideration of the bill. He assured that the House will not compromise the interest of Jigawa State and Nigeria at large.
The Assembly will engage stakeholders, including traditional rulers, civil society, and professional bodies, to get their input before taking a final decision. Dangyatim stated that the House will give the bill accelerated attention, studying the document thoroughly to ensure that its position aligns with the aspirations of the people.
The Constitution Amendment Bill was transmitted to all state Houses of Assembly last Wednesday. The bill aims to address grey areas in the 1999 Constitution and strengthen Nigeria's democracy. The National Assembly has given all state assemblies a deadline to complete the legislative work on the bill.
The Jigawa State House of Assembly's commitment to completing the legislative work on the bill before the deadline demonstrates its dedication to the amendment process. The Speaker's assurance that the House will not compromise the interest of Jigawa State and Nigeria at large has garnered support from various stakeholders.
The amendment process is a critical step towards strengthening Nigeria's democracy. The Jigawa State House of Assembly's engagement with stakeholders and thorough examination of the bill will ensure that the state's position is well-represented. The Assembly's timely completion of the legislative work on the bill will contribute to the overall success of the amendment process.
Key points
- Jigawa State House of Assembly receives Constitution Amendment Bill, pledges to complete legislative work before end of month.
- Assembly sets up committee to examine amendments, make recommendations reflecting interests of Jigawa State people.
- Speaker Dangyatim assures that House will give bill accelerated attention, engage stakeholders, and prioritize transparency and patriotism.
