Ex-senator says Nigeria’s constitution is strong but poorly implemented
Bala Ibn Na’Allah, a former Deputy Senate Majority Leader, has praised Nigeria’s Constitution as one of the best globally. He argues that the country’s main problem is not the law itself, but how it is put into practice. Na’Allah highlighted that the constitution was crafted to address Nigeria’s diverse society and prevent domination in governance. He believes that better enforcement and accountability are needed rather than changing the constitution.
Key takeaways
- Bala Ibn Na’Allah described Nigeria’s Constitution as one of the best documents worldwide.
- He said the main issue is with those responsible for implementing the constitution, not the document itself.
- The constitution was designed to reflect Nigeria’s multi-religious, multicultural, and multi-ethnic society.
- Executive powers are meant to be exercised collectively through the Federal Executive Council, not just by the President.
- Na’Allah called for a shift in focus from constitutional reform to better enforcement and accountability.
