HB: 203 – A BILL FOR AN ACT TO ALTER THE PROVISION OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, 1999 TO ESTABLISH AND PROVIDE ROLES FOR TRADITIONAL RULERS IN NIGERIA; AND FOR RELATED MATTERS. Bill Sponsor: Hon. Ikeagwuonu Onyinye Ugochinyere and Hon. Ibrahim Al-Mustapha Aliyu; Bill Progress: Committee Stage
This Bill seeks to alter the provisions of Section 220 of the Constitution to formally recognize and establish the roles and functions of traditional rulers within the country’s governance framework. By defining their constitutional responsibilities, the Bill aims to harness the cultural, historical, and leadership significance of traditional institutions to complement modern governance, promote peace and conflict resolution, and foster socio-economic development at the grassroots.
A new bill, designated HB: 203, is currently under consideration, seeking to amend Section 220 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This legislative proposal aims to officially recognize and articulate the roles and functions of traditional rulers within the nation’s governance framework.
The bill highlights the importance of traditional institutions, emphasizing their cultural, historical, and leadership significance. By integrating these elements into the modern governance structure, the bill intends to empower traditional rulers in several key areas.
Among its objectives, the proposed legislation aims to enhance the capacity of traditional leaders to promote peace and facilitate conflict resolution at the grassroots level. Additionally, it seeks to encourage socio-economic development within their respective communities.
By clearly defining the constitutional responsibilities of traditional rulers, HB: 203 aspires to integrate traditional leadership more formally into national development and peace-building initiatives, fostering a collaborative effort between established governance and traditional authority.
