Anyaoku Asks Tinubu To Convene National Constituent Assembly For New Constitution

A former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku, has asked President Bola Tinubu to convene a national constituent assembly to produce a new draft constitution for the country.
Anyaoku, who is also the Chairman of the Patriots, said this was part of the proposals put forward during the meeting with the President at the State House in Abuja.
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[@innosentgospel2596]

Looking so strong and energetic at his age, may God bless you sir, this are the true fathers of our country

[@Brownhawk-u5s]

Exactly. Wish he was younger so he can contest; need more like him to move Nigeria forward, unlike Tinubu and his criminal gang who have nothing to offer

[@kennygee6561]

This is a man of full maturity iin knowlegde and personality.

[@Moabayi-yf6ul]

Unfortunately brilliant minds like him are not allowed in the affairs of the country; only prodigal sons are running the show.

[@kennygee6561]

@Moabayi-yf6ul Just a chip of the iceberg, take it or leave it , only the remnants are compromising out there.

[@kamaldeenaolatunji7282]

Regardless of his accomplishment in life, d moment he vie for any political post, either elective or appointment, he bcm a thirf, according to Nigeria mentality

[@kamaldeenaolatunji7282]

​@@Moabayi-yf6ulwho denied anyone from being at d helm of affairs of d country?

[@kennygee6561]

@@kamaldeenaolatunji7282 accomplishments, did you mean?

[@colokoye5243]

Words of elders, words of wisdom. Pa Ayo Adebanjo said same thing.

[@stephenanoke8400]

You have done your bid sir. You will forever be remembered.

[@AlfanAbdul]

though im a kenyan .. the way to go is to have a new constution that will made by people to safeguard common pple...just like 2013 kenya made it after 7yrs of protracted haddles..now we stand tall and benefit imensely.

[@obi12obi33]

That's the way forward for Nigeria ,if cannot leave together we disintegrate.

[@gaspar7160]

You are quite right. A new constitution will address the issue of unity appropriately. Issues like Igbos must go should cease to feature in the country. Managing 36 states can be a daunting job without an appropriate constitution. I am baffled Emeka Anyaoku did not say anything about corruption !

[@joem551]

Every tribe in Nigeria should send representative to such conference.

[@Live_IT_]

Their have hundreds of conference finals in the past Nigeria will soon face another war if care is not taken

[@gentlemanedotv]

​@@Live_IT_we already there. Hunger and anger will mixed together to ignite the war.

[@ojebeeke8300]

WHAT HAPPENED TO ALL THE CONVEYENED ONES ?

[@brainwealthprojectsutveckl2044]

​@@Live_IT_ it is only a question of time.

[@parentsandkidstv]

The older they get the wiser they become yet Useless Nigeria will not all them to be president. Let us see how Nigeria will progress. God bless Igbos all of the world

[@eliasehiguese4447]

Echo it aloud sir! Nigeria needs a new democratic people's constitution. 💵💪👪

[@kelechukwuanozyk7605]

Chief Emeka Anyaoku is one of the most outstanding Nigerian alive. He is 91 years, still sharp and active. We respect and appreciate what you said

[@teeman4629]

I naturally like this man. His look, articulation and command of delivery is the best I know of in Nigeria.

[@Soartech_engineer]

Why will you not, been an igbo man and you are an igbo man too, though i respect him too.

[@adeabraham126]

Because he's Ibo

[@DonaldOYewande]

Chief Emeka can never be ignored by any sensible government. I’m a thouroughbref BATist. I will advice President Tinubu to listen to him without heeding those speaking otherwise. I respect him.

[@Soartech_engineer]

@@DonaldOYewande as igbo man he is wiser than everyone? and we must listen to him.

[@helenaulukpo5071]

Thank you sir for your efforts. What we really need in Nigeria is total separation. The hatred between the tribes is alarming and there can’t be progress with this type of mindset.

[@oyewumisogo4666]

Referendum!!!!!!

[@akinbamibonje929]

I support this..long overdue if we want regional respect, peace and justice 🇳🇬💪

[@ChikeNnamani]

If these recommendations by these respectable Patriots led by foremost diplomat, Anyaoku, is implemented, then Nigeria will be on a path to greatness. I have been saying it that our problem is our heterogeneous nature which was not captured in our governance framework.

[@SA-xf8ui]

Question: who will implement it? What happened to the national conference report under GEJ? You people are still sleeping. The ONLY solution to Nigeria is to break the damn thing up. WE WILL NEVER BE ONE, & the British Lie-geria will NEVER work.

[@impodds]

Nigeria can never be great! Break up is best outcome

[@Omayie]

Respect to Anyaoku but president power na baby where the kabas dey.

[@enoruwaogbebor4752]

Nigeria should revert to the Parliamentary system of the 1963 constitution.

[@magnacarta-us1zs]

Ẹ o ni di agbalagba iya. Thanks for your intelligent intervention. We appreciate your sagacity, your accomplishments from time immemorial. Your days will be prolonged.

[@user-ew2yq6kq2r]

Adazie Obosi, a classic statesman

[@EzeSunday-fk8iw]

Phearoah will Never listen , until he got to red sea

[@adegboyegaogundiran8679]

Exactly!

[@mercyedeh3555]

😂😂😂😂😊

[@user-wt3ps5od2g]

I swear

[@ehimwenmajames347]

Time to Rescue Nigeria from Vampires like Tinubu is NOW

[@phemphemmy6103]

Elder-stateman Anyaoku speaks eloquently and intelligently

[@ehimwenmajames347]

New constitution Now!!!

[@hardcorechelsea5939]

APC listen to him? Make I hear

[@MarcKobe]

Tinubu should listen to his Elder

[@Soartech_engineer]

@@MarcKobe which elder with Biafra agenda

[@ray-df8bq]

​@@Soartech_engineeru done dey run mouth now. Remember northern elites have started calling Tinubu one term president. When another Buhari enter now and ur brother Tinubu leaves there, u go begin ginger again

[@Soartech_engineer]

@@ray-df8bq I don't understand your grammar

[@johnmmaduka312]

Listen his elders in deed as u nor Tinubu knows his true age as know who n who not is his elder.

[@johnmmaduka312]

​@Soartech_engineer where is it a crime to ask for ur own state if u feel uncomfortable in a union.

[@MikeAfrik-lq9nk]

⛔STOP⛔ calling some Nigerians ELITES, nobody is elite in Nigerian constitution 🇳🇬 They are simply politicians, government officials❗END

[@Parlyfb-se8bh]

Is very good for Nigerians to hear this from you sir, nothing bad will happen to you sir. Referendum is the only solution to Nigeria sir, is just the way forward. sir the only things I see there sir, is just time is too long, 6 to 9 months, that's too much. 3 months shoulders better. Anyway sir, nothing bad will happen to your life soo, you are going to witness it, by the grace of God. I hope you stand by your word sir. God bless you sir.

[@lennyedetanlen5733]

I wish they can implement the issues brought before the government

[@kennynnamdi5255]

"Nigerian Patriots" What a patriotism😢 What a country😢😢

[@samuelnosa3046]

National referendum is what we all want in this nation, thank you sir for your advocacy

[@okeoja4447]

I guess this so called referendum will bring down price of rice immediately?

[@OMM5760]

He is not asking for a national referendum for regional or autonomous states. He is asking for a referendum-backed constitution

[@okeoja4447]

@@OMM5760 Its a good idea but not a new proposal. We been hearing about new constitution for the past 50 yrs. But my question is even if the President works towards this idea, how does that bring down Price of commodities immediately?

[@OMM5760]

@@okeoja4447 Na today?

[@okeoja4447]

@@OMM5760 have no clue what's ur question

[@africaasis7821]

Very straightforward and concise manner. Thank you kindly

[@francisdedeigbo3064]

Imagine a Chief Emeka Anyaoku as President and Shehu Sani as Vice-President. Our best are never positioned in position of power and leadership. Naija we hail thee.

[@Soartech_engineer]

@@francisdedeigbo3064 when zik was the president what's the result

[@ray-df8bq]

​@@Soartech_engineer Zik was merely a ceremonial leader. Unlike the prime minister who ran the affairs of government. That is what parliamentary system entails. Zik merely came out on independence day celebrations or Festivals like new yam and full moon festival.

[@Soartech_engineer]

@@ray-df8bq how about aguyi irosi the first Nigeria military head of state

[@juliuschukwudi6524]

​@@Soartech_engineer your problem is that he suggested that an Igbo person should be President. I know what you are.

[@uchei5978]

@@juliuschukwudi6524Yes. He’s a tribal bigot.

[@patrickdakwalspac-opabuja3058]

Whoever that give us Tinubu as our president will never better thing in his life.

[@yakee54]

Finally, a way forward.

[@kelechiiheakaram9461]

I think the message is profoundly good. My only observation is that the FCT should equally have 3 representatives at the NATIONAL CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY during draft constitution review

[@user-tc5ks1qt2d]

Allow them to speak for themselves bro. Are you from fct

[@angelicakweku5293]

Another waste of funds and resources. What happened to the one called by President Jonathan? Was anything implemented? How about we implement it first, evaluate before calling for another one?

[@RapOk-oq9yn]

Tinibu and Apc rejected it. Politically it may be very hard for APC to swallow.

[@nkiruiheagwazi821]

This is a sound ideas 💡 to move forward ⏩ in 9ja

[@oyegokeadekola8162]

I hope APC will listen!!!

[@Brownhawk-u5s]

We the people have to force them to listen- that is our role as citizens of this country. Left to the politicians, they won't do anything bcos they are benefiting from the bad system

[@Parlyfb-se8bh]

God bless you sir.

[@onwulirianthonychikaeme9928]

Old but still sound. May God continue to bless you, sir. God bless Nigeria!!

[@johnmmaduka312]

Every Nigerian knows where d problem is except d government irrespective of of d party.

[@orilonishe567]

God bless you Sir , Chief Dr Emeka Anyaoku. Now we are realistic to build a better Nigeria 🇳🇬, nobody can govern this country successfully under this constitution. It's absolutely impossible, our system is complicated and not democratic at all. " Regional Government or Ststes Autonomous now " no other way forward.

[@abbamodu1694]

I have great respect for Chief Emeka Anyaoku for the services he rendered to our beloved country throughout his career. However, I would like him to recall the number of constitutional conferences we had in this country and which of the outcomes the politicians respected? As at today each state in Nigeria is a mini country of its own, the state governor as their president and chief security officer without interference from the Federal Government. The question is what have they done to their people economically/ socially to improve the wellbeing of their people in the past 25 years of solid democracy. Look at the amount of resources put into each state for the development of their respective states and you would be disappointed with the level development on ground. One would never be comfortable with the volume of resources invested and the outcome. Every Nigerian citizen knows very well that there is nothing wrong with constitution other the corruption, nepotism and outright irresponsibility in the management of the economy on the part of those who claimed to be our leaders. It’s only in Nigeria that leaders will set aside the constitution and decide on fundamental constitutional issues by using committee recommendations. This a disrespectful to the constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria. No matter how many times we change our constitution, as long as we are not respecting the constitution we still go in circles. I still believe that what most Nigerians are clamoring for is regionalization as if this will solve all our problems. We were told if we create geopolitical zones the problems will be mitigated, we created zones but we still remained with our problems. It will be the same as long as we don’t address the main problem and instead keep on addressing symptoms. Yes Chief Anyaoku has given a good trial but I was thinking he knows Nigeria’s problems far better than many who followed him to see Mr. President. Chief Anyaoku should not succumb to pressure and affirm to shadow chasing of another constitutional conference instead of telling them clearly to shun corruption and manage the economy.

[@hack999casper6]

Tinubu is not a decent person, he needs power to corrupt everything he comes across and touches.

[@pauloladimeji2514]

Immaturity is your problem, you're seriously driven by hatred, but you can't do nothing than grudging with yourself. In a matured situation like this , matured and experienced senses matters. It's not meant for imbeciles.

[@adegboyegaogundiran8679]

Exactly!

[@kelechukwuanozyk7605]

​@@pauloladimeji2514Tinubu has nothing to offer. I hope he does this simple thing

[@edithmaduka1652]

On this suggestion of getting 3 representative from each state of the federation will still marginalized the Igbos because where all other regions will have 18 to 21 representatives, only the Igbo region will have 15 representatives. That will not work. Therefore, the representatives should be drawn base on 6 geo-political zones.

[@henrychidi392]

Quality is better than quantity.

[@raphnwokobia3301]

We have been calling for independent 6 geopolitical zones in Nigeria but the corrupt politicians sucking Nigeria dry will never agree! Hence Nigerians are suffering!

[@RapOk-oq9yn]

States are good enough after more states and boundary adjustments. Minorities wanted their own states.

[@xoxou5388]

@raphnwokobia3301 Who are you referring to as "we have been calling for independent 6 geopolitical zones in Nigeria...?" I could be wrong, but I understood Mr. Anyaoku to be calling for a "new democratic peoples constitution." By your posting, you already knew what the new democratic peoples constitution should prescribe for Nigeria! Na whao!! SMH.

[@nankesi1623]

​​​@@xoxou5388Well, splitting us up into ZONES could be part of it. Let every ZONE manage their natural resources. Just look at a very few individuals caging our oil and gas sector as their property. Even the people from whose backyard the oil oozes out are not benefitting instead they're suffering hazards of oil exploration everyday. SEE, THERE'S EXTREME HUNGER AND EXTREME ANGER IN THE LAND

[@BlueIvory4]

Nigeria only has ~18 prominent ethnolinguistic groupings. Give each one a state. One for Igbos, one for Yorubas, one for Hausa-Fulani, one for Edo/Edoids etc

[@xoxou5388]

@@nankesi1623 Off point, but thanks.

[@fortuneogbonna5462]

Speak on sir

[@DonaldOYewande]

But the National Assembly will not agree to it. They will insist its their duty to donit and they will do nothing.

[@maxwellonyebueke3667]

Quite old but still articulate. I hope they listen. Once north is in power south west will ask for restructuring. Now SW in power they've put off the mic.

[@kelechukwuanozyk7605]

He is 91 years

[@UmeokanaGodswillchinna]

You people are still running away from the truth, divide Nigeria and save lives

[@evagreat9117]

Simple solution ​@@UmeokanaGodswillchinna

[@ray-df8bq]

​@@UmeokanaGodswillchinnaDo you have a brother called Ikedi?

[@toyinjenyo7838]

I decided to dislike your comment because what you put up here is a falsehood. The first group/person to present comprehensive restructuring programme to Tinubu's government is from South West region of Nigeria. Even Tinubu's faction of Afenifere has told him to restructure Nigerian System of Government.

[@janeoizasunday9989]

Good proposal, Well done The Patriots.

[@BeatriceObasigie]

God bless you sir 💖🙏

[@mangkaluagu990]

Thanks for your wisdom and knowledge. Father greater thiughts like yours is always brought without working therefore your words will end in the mood

[@oluwatayoshoneye5414]

Nigeria should be divided into smaller countries according to our languages and ethnic groups

[@Okoro17]

So we should divide into 250 to 500 countries? That is what you are calling for.

[@jayprint4108]

Brainless thought, do you think we should divide the country into 300 or more then how many countries would you see in your state

[@kennygee6561]

​@@Okoro17 But let us start with 3 first: Do not be afraid of being independent.

[@adamprincegray3687]

​@@kennygee6561If Nigeria must be divided then it has to be in 8 to 10 countries

[@kennygee6561]

@adamprincegray3687 Tell the rest to come forward and present themselves.

[@franklyn-valokeke269]

Thank you elder Emeka A.

[@mercyedeh3555]

@chiefemekaanyaoku i know is a principle and a man of integrity, and will not be found in political frontier of Nigeria...if you know you know.

[@nnaemekaokoli1215]

Emeka Anyaoku continue speaking grammar till eternity yet nothing changes.

[@YahayaAbubakar-kp4js]

God bless you

[@augustineokekeoma1750]

Anyaoku, wake up.

[@user-sq8tp9xl6w]

These are real leaders

[@MuktarIsah-bs7kr]

MAY.ALLHA..BLESS.YOU.ALL.THE.TIME.FRTHER

[@stanleychukwu-tl5qi]

I hail thee sir! You said it all. I hope this message sank deep into their ears.

[@GabeT-eo3pm]

Good man

[@gordiannwankwonebolisa9112]

Please advise Mr. President to your brother Nnamdi Kalu.

[@ameliamaduforo8710]

God always leaves His people a Remnant. What a voice! A sage indeed.

[@jamesmonday-ey8dt]

Well spoken. But I guess if this political fanatics will give a listening ear.

[@treasurequeency3880]

❤❤❤❤❤ well said sir. The best way to end all these rubbish is to divide. Nigeria has been hijacked by intruders and bandits. So put it out once and for all. Call for Referendum and let the people decision by themselves.

[@ekeneekene730]

This is the First reasonable Meeting this administration has had since they came in. We are watching which tribe man or men will destroy this Proposal to fix Nigeria.

[@efosaagbonlahor4187]

Convening another national conference is a waste of time. They should make use of the ones that was already done

[@KennethChimezieUBA]

Mad man

[@christopherudoh6950]

I'm supporting the move. We need a new constitution

[@DAVIDMICHAEL-ex8ku]

Nice one

[@Iscosimon]

This man looks stronger than Tinebu

[@electofgodchurch472]

We need men with the political will to do the needful in Nigeria

[@user-pf5xt9qg7o]

What a powerful idea!!

[@abayomiolayiwola2864]

Thank you Baba you will live long

[@Chisom28]

Nothing will come out from this one. All English no single action .

[@YousoofAliyu]

May God bless our dear country Nigeria

[@stay4good]

How is this different from the previous constitution assembly that led to no where?

[@YousoofAliyu]

I whish you and your team long life

[@nwadialorjohnpatrick6268]

This is a sound Idea if these clueless rulers will listen.

[@helenahmed9189]

Will the new constitution really bring prosperity and peace to disgruntled pluralistic society? Is it the voice that cut across the pluralistic society of their aspirations? There should be wider consultation across the Amalgamation of 1914.

[@azubuikejohn9542]

This is a wonderful meeting whc I pray should not be neglected.

[@EonWithLove]

God forbid Tinubu rewrites the constitution

[@Obangu]

The truth is there are Two ways to govern a Nation and they are Politically and Economically the highest resolution right now for Africa

[@okaformack7021]

Sir this is good project but our politicians has become evil to their people. National assembly will never accept it. Because if all you have said being apply. The politics business in Nigeria will come to an end.

[@FREESTWINDMAN]

The Patriots ! 🇳🇬🙏👏👏👏

[@Brownhawk-u5s]

Nigerians support this. Its the way forward for the country. Nigeria needs a rebirth, an overhaul cos the system is messed up. Lets push for an Interim National Govt headed by someone of repute like Pa Anyaoku; with him at the head, Nigerians will come together and decide on a people orientated Constitution, not the one the military gave us. That one is not working cos the Presidential system is too expensive for a developing country like Nigeria Cost of governance should be reduced so most of our resources can be spent on the people whom it rightfully belongs to, not these greedy wicked politicians who steal everything and leave crumbs for the people. Nigerians have had enough; there's no going back now; We want our country back

[@rojomecrojomec67]

Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and Simon Ekpa are correct 💯 The true position!!! Why the centre cannot work, hammered on once more.

[@Michael_Dike]

The drug barron in Aso Rock have no interest in something like this. We know him very well

[@chukwuemekaalfred7244]

Easier Saïd than done. No house stand on a faulty foundation

[@benyjoytv7260]

The next leader of Ohaneze Ndigbo

[@gabbrielliberty8771]

No need for new constitution, return Nigeria back to 1963, constitution and Nigeria problem is solve.

[@afinjuomosammy2010]

God bless you. This is what we should have done in the second Republic

[@princejohn-su5yr]

Biafra want a referendum

[@afinjuomosammy2010]

@@princejohn-su5yr There would be no problem about Biafra's referendum, if the Igbo or South East would first agree to a referendum that allows the other groups they claim to be part of them to decided if they truly want to be part of Biafra. When that is done then the referendum for a Biafra Republic should be put to the test. That is my honest opinion

[@ifeanyipeterani5383]

The human being that still alive in Nigeria many more years and good health sir, not like others that speak from there both mouths

[@aurayah2849]

IF THEY HAVE NO REGARDS FOR THE EXISTING CONSTITUTION, WHY WOULD THEY TREAT A NEW ONE DIFFERENTLY?

[@olabodeogunyemi1259]

Succinctly put and delivered by an elder statesman. This position is surely from his of wealth of experience with different political architecture in commonwealth countries. PBAT should urgently implement this proposal for a more prosperous, united, just and peaceful Nigeria.

[@olusolaayindefakeye4426]

People's constitution being proposed is very much overdue and should be given precedence over every other government business.

[@user-hc4ef6ol2z]

Jonathan did it in 2015 but buhari as usual kills it he did not even open the book

[@emmanuelezeja5917]

Tell Emeka Anyaoku that Nigeria is not ONE and we don't need any constitution other than DISINTERGRATION. That's all.

[@SA-xf8ui]

Perfectly said.

[@SulaimanHassan-e7v]

Nice looking

[@user-st3rx6vt7k]

Thank you sir. When the old man stand up and offer sacrifice it as if he handed it over to the gods .God bless you all. But no need for new constitution referendum is the answer. President Good Luck Jonathan called for constitutional conference and millions where spent yet Nigerian swept it to the archives. A country that divided it self with hates can not stand.

[@Tutuking1]

Very funny. What happened to the previous ones. Seems this man was sponsored.🙄