Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution will help Nigeria become more just, united, and progressive.

He made this comment at the South-South public hearing for the constitutional review held in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State.

The hearing is part of a nationwide process, taking place at the same time in five other regions of Nigeria, according to DAILY POST.

Akpabio’s Special Assistant on Media and Communication, Anietie Ekong, explained that the Senate President did not see the event as a mere formality.

Akpabio described the hearing as a key part of democracy where citizens, not just politicians, help shape the country’s future. He said every voice matters in a democracy.

He further noted that reviewing the Constitution does not mean rejecting the past. Instead, it shows the country’s commitment to adapt and improve for a better future.

Akpabio, a former governor of Akwa Ibom State, added that all Nigerians have a role to play in building democracy.

He said the Senate believes in honest discussions and public input, as truth and progress come from open dialogue.

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, also spoke at the event and stressed the importance of this process in Nigeria’s democratic growth. He said it should lead to the restructuring of the nation.

Governor Eno pointed out that the public hearing is more than just a legislative formality—it’s a vital part of Nigeria’s democratic development.