BREAKING: APC Lawmaker, 59 Others Advocate Transition from Presidential to Parliamentary System

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In a significant move within the Federal House of Representatives, 60 members, spearheaded by Wale Raji, the representative of Lagos State under the All Progressives Congress (APC), are advocating for amendments to the 1999 Constitution, aiming to transition Nigeria’s governance from the presidential to the parliamentary system.

The lawmakers underscored various reasons for their proposal, with a primary focus on reducing the overall cost of government.

Additionally, they emphasised the potential benefits of fostering robust policy debates, a hallmark of parliamentary systems worldwide.

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Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story. #APC