Independenc Candidacy Bill

Legislative Journey

First Reading

26 Sep 2024
Second Reading

17 Oct 2024
Committee Report

Not yet reached

Constitutional Review
Third Reading

Not yet reached
Current Status

Awaiting Cmtt Report

Summary & Analysis

This bill seeks to alter the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal
Republic of Nigeria, 1999, to allow an independent candidate to contest for
elective positions at all levels. This will broaden the democratic process,
thereby allowing citizens who are not affiliated with any political party the
opportunity to run for public offices.

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