***Insists, Tinubu is his political father, he owes him loyalty
Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, has announced the rollout of zonal public hearings on the constitutional amendment process, urging Nigerians to focus on reforming the nation — not jockeying for power ahead of 2027.
The hearings, scheduled for July 4th and 5th, 2025, will take place across all six geopolitical zones, giving Nigerians the opportunity to participate in reshaping the nation’s governing framework.
“We are opening the door for every Nigerian to contribute. This is democracy in motion — not behind closed doors,” Barau said. “Constitutional reform must reflect real voices and real needs.”
Barau, who chairs the Senate Committee on Constitutional Review, disclosed that 59 amendment bills have already been submitted, including far-reaching proposals on state creation, devolution of powers, and governance restructuring. Still, he emphasized that the floor remains open to fresh contributions from citizens, communities, and institutions.
He enumerated the Zonal Hearings and Coordinators to indicate
North-West (Kano): Senator Jibrin Barau, South-South (Ikot Ekpene): Senate President Godswill Akpabio, South-West (Lagos): Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele
South-East (Enugu): Deputy Chief Whip,North-Central (Jos): Deputy Senate Leader and North-East (Maiduguri): Chief Whip Mohammed Monguno
Barau also made a direct appeal to the media to ensure national awareness and grassroots mobilization.
“If the media goes quiet, the people lose their voice. We need every Nigerian to understand that this is their process.”
In a sharp rebuke to growing 2027 presidential campaign speculations, Barau distanced himself from posters and messaging suggesting a political bid, saying such distractions are premature and unhelpful.
“I have not authorized any campaign. I remain focused on governance, not ambition,” he declared. “President Tinubu is charting a bold course for Nigeria’s recovery. We must rally behind him — not scatter focus with selfish distractions.”
Barau praised President Tinubu’s leadership and credited him with playing a defining role in his emergence as Deputy Senate President.
“He is my political father. I owe him loyalty and more importantly, I owe Nigeria stability.”
Barau’s intervention comes at a critical juncture for Nigeria’s democracy. With economic challenges, insecurity, and institutional weaknesses threatening stability, he argued that a strong, inclusive constitution is more urgent than campaign billboards.
“Before anyone talks of power, let’s fix the foundation of the country. This is our moment to govern with unity and discipline.”
In an era where politics often overshadows governance, Senator Barau is drawing a distinct line: the people’s Constitution first, the politics of 2027 much later.