The 11th National Assembly is poised to deliberate on a significant constitutional amendment that would replace the current two four-year terms for the President and state governors with a single six-year term.
Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has announced plans to sponsor a bill in the incoming 11th Senate aimed at introducing a single six-year tenure for these executive positions.
The proposal seeks to address issues around incumbency advantages, reduce the frequency and costs of elections, and allow elected leaders more focused time to implement long-term policies without the distractions of re-election campaigns.
This development builds on ongoing discussions in Nigerian political circles. Similar proposals have previously been floated by figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar (who advocated for a rotational single six-year term) and Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, reflecting persistent debates about governance efficiency and political stability.
Proponents argue that a single, longer term could minimize divisive politicking, cut election-related expenses, and
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