HB: 1522 A BILL FOR AN ACT TO ALTER THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, CAP. C23, LAWS OF THE FEDERATION OF NIGERIA, TO CHANGE THE NAMES OF EKET AND ESIT-EKET IN PART I OF THE FIRST SCHEDULE, AND FOR RELATED MATTERS Bill Progress: Committee Stage
This Bill seeks to alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Cap. C23, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, to effect the change of names of “Eket” and “EsitEket” as reflected in Part I of the First Schedule. The alteration aims to ensure accuracy in the designation of these areas, promote administrative precision, and align the constitutional references with the current and officially recognized names of these locations.
A new amendment, HB 1522, has been introduced to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, specifically targeting the names of certain local government areas. The bill seeks to modify Part I of the First Schedule by changing the names of “Eket” and “Esit-Eket,” reflecting an effort to ensure accurate representation of these administrative divisions.
This proposed name change indicates a need for updates or corrections within the constitutional framework to better align with current local governance structures. The amendment aims to formally address these geographical designations, which are crucial for administrative clarity.
Additionally, the bill includes a provision for “related matters,” hinting at potential adjustments or clarifications that may arise as a result of the proposed name changes.
In summary, HB 1522 serves as a technical amendment to the Nigerian Constitution, striving to accurately reflect the names of specific local government areas within its First Schedule.
