A group of about thirty-five members of the House of Representatives has proposed a six-year single term for Nigeria’s presidency.
The lawmakers hold a press conference in Abuja today and are also advocating for amendments to the 1999 Constitution to allow for the rotation of the presidency among the country’s six geo-political zones.
In addition to the six-year presidential term, the proposed constitutional changes include a single tenure of six years for the governors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Speaking on behalf of the group on Monday in Abuja, Ikenga Ugochinyere, who represents Ideato South/Ideato North Federal Constituency in Imo State, emphasized the benefits of the proposed changes.
He stated, “The reduction in government spending and wastage, efficiency in governance, and national stability by providing a single term of six years for the President and Governors will go a long way in cost-cutting measures.”
The proposal aims to enhance governance efficiency and foster national stability by reducing the frequency of elections and the associated costs.
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