Constitution Alteration Bill on independent candidacy
Would let individuals contest for President, Governor, the National and State Assemblies and local government councils without party sponsorship, subject to verified signature thresholds.
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Per PLAC's summary of the 37 constitution alteration bills, this proposal amends sections 7, 65(2), 106(2), 131(2), 177(2) and 228 to allow independent candidates and lets INEC prescribe fees for independent candidacy applications. The reporting retrieved shows no vote by either chamber.
Who this affects
Aspiring candidates outside political parties and voters.
What it changes
- 1Independent candidates for President, Governor, National Assembly, State Assembly and local government council seats, subject to verified signature thresholds.
- 2INEC may prescribe fees for independent candidacy applications.
Would let individuals contest for President, Governor, the National and State Assemblies and local government councils without party sponsorship, subject to verified signature thresholds.
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Committee· House
16 April 2026
Summarised for the public townhall on 16 April 2026 (PLAC).
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Today in the Assembly
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