A coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has called on the National Assembly to urgently finalize work on the 2025 Constitution Review, cautioning that continued delays could undermine public confidence and threaten Nigeria’s democratic stability.

The groups’ statement followed the House of Representatives’ postponement of consideration of the Constitution Review Report, which contains 44 proposed amendments.

“Nigeria cannot afford further hesitation on reforms that directly impact governance and national security,” the CSOs said in a joint statement on Thursday in Abuja.

The coalition emphasized that the proposed amendments address critical areas affecting citizens nationwide, including:

• Local government autonomy
• Judicial strengthening
• Credible elections
• Accountability in governance

“These amendments reflect the daily realities of millions of Nigerians: safer communities, empowered local governments, credible elections, a stronger judiciary, and a more accountable state,” the statement added.

While acknowledging the importance of legislative scrutiny, the CSOs warned that prolonged delays pose serious risks, citing worsening insecurity, failing local governments, declining voter confidence, and eroding democratic legitimacy.

With the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) having released its timetable and political parties expected to conclude primaries by July 2026, the coalition stressed that electoral reforms must not be stalled, warning that further hesitation could lead to another flawed election cycle.

The CSOs urged lawmakers to complete the Constitution Review process before the end of 2025, noting that decisive action would strengthen democracy and stabilize the nation ahead of 2027 elections.

The statement was signed by organisations including Womanifesto, WILAN, TOS Foundation, CISLAC, WARDC, WIMBIZ, GSAI, The Women International, I-Teach Africa, and the National Secretariat for the Reserved Seats for Women Bill Campaign Coalition.