President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR
Fresh concerns have emerged over a possible third-term agenda for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following claims by associates suggesting that the political groundwork for such a move may already be in place.
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Igbokwe, stated that discussions around party system have continued to generate reactions on social media, with many users condemning the idea.
According to the claims, if President Tinubu desires a third term, there are constitutional procedures that could make it possible, provided certain legal requirements are met.
As it stands, the APC is said to control a significant portion of Nigeria’s political structure, including 31 out of the 36 state governors. The party is also reported to hold 87 out of 109 seats in the Senate and 268 out of 360 seats in the House of Representatives.
For any constitutional amendment to succeed, the following conditions must be fulfilled:
The proposed amendment bill must be supported by at least a two-thirds majority of members in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
At least 24 out of the 36 state Houses of Assembly must approve the amendment.
The President must assent to the bill for it to become law.
Based on these figures, proponents argue that the numerical strength required to push through such an amendment may already be within reach.
Observers note that if re-elected, the President could initiate a constitutional amendment process to secure an additional term in office, as the legal framework allows for amendments provided due process is followed.
The development has sparked wider political debate, with some commentators drawing parallels to past attempts at tenure extension, including during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo.
Meanwhile, the claims have also stirred controversial opinions regarding broader national issues, including calls from some quarters suggesting that such political leverage could influence discussions around regional demands.
Despite the arguments, legal experts maintain that constitutional amendments are strictly governed by law, emphasizing that the process is not influenced by emotions but by compliance with established legal procedures.
The situation continues to generate reactions across the country, as Nigerians weigh the implications for democracy and the nation’s political future. 067245f
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