By Gloria Ikibah
The House of Representatives will today September 22, 2025, hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution, with state police, judicial reforms, women’s representation, and devolution of powers among the key issues for debate.
The session, which takes place at the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, had earlier been postponed following the national mourning for former President Muhammadu Buhari. 
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who chairs the Special Ad-hoc Committee on the Constitution Review, is expected to preside over the proceedings.
According to a statement by the House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi, today’s hearing builds on the series of consultations held in July across the six geopolitical zones, where Nigerians made contributions at 12 designated centres.
He described the national forum as an important opportunity for citizens and stakeholders to directly shape reforms, urging Nigerians to study the Compendium of 86 Constitution Review Bills, which is available online, to better understand the proposals under consideration.
“This public hearing will consolidate citizens’ input ahead of legislative voting on the Constitution Review Bills. It shows the House’s commitment to inclusive and participatory governance,” Rotimi said.
Deputy Speaker Kalu also stressed the people-driven nature of the exercise, and noted that any amendment must reflect the aspirations of Nigerians.
“This Constitution belongs to all Nigerians, and its review must reflect the hopes of our people. I urge citizens to take part fully and ensure their voices are heard. Only through your contributions can we achieve a truly participatory and people-driven constitutional review,” he said.
The House has pledged a transparent and credible process, assuring that the eventual amendments will reflect the collective will of Nigerians.
