On Thursday, 16 April 2026, Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC), in collaboration with the National Assembly Constitution Review process, convened a Citizens’ Townhall Dialogue on pending constitutional amendment bills. This event was supported by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
The dialogue brought together lawmakers, civil society organisations and members of the public to discuss proposed reforms before the National Assembly proceeds to voting.
Discussions focused on 44 constitution amendment bills across key thematic areas, including electoral and judicial reforms, citizenship and indigeneship, security and policing, fiscal federalism, local government restructuring, and inclusive governance. The Special Seats Bill for women in the legislature received particular attention, as advocates made the case for stronger constitutional measures to improve women’s representation in elective offices.
The townhall came at a critical moment. The constitution review process, initially expected to conclude by December 2025, remains ongoing, while the 2027 political calendar is already tightening. With party primaries approaching and campaign activities beginning to compete for legislative attention, citizens will be watching to see whether the process delivers reforms that reflect public expectations.
Findings from PLAC’s perception survey on the Constitution Review Bills also helped shape discussions at the event, highlighting priority reform areas from the perspective of citizens and stakeholders.
PLAC’s facilitation of the dialogue underscores the importance of keeping citizens engaged in the constitution review process and ensuring that legislative reform remains open, participatory and responsive.
See link to summary of the constitution alteration bills awaiting legislative vote: