The All Progressives Congress has disclosed plans to enhance inclusivity and diversity within the party by prioritising and strengthening representation for women, youth and people with disabilities through a constitution amendment process.

Addressing party officials, stakeholders and supporters during the party’s first public hearing on constitutional amendments on Monday in Calabar.

The APC National Vice‑Chairman (South‑South), Victor Giadom, said the exercise aims to gather members’ voices, ensure inclusivity, and adapt the constitution to evolving party and national needs.

He said, “I welcome you to the ancient city of Calabar for the first public hearing of the amendment of the constitution of our great party, the All Progressive Governors, APC.

Our constitution is the fundamental principles or established principles that define our collective agreement and rules for the day-to-day work of our great party. It outlines the powers, rights, and limitations of party members and its leadership.”

Giadom described the APC constitution as the cornerstone of internal democracy and the embodiment of collective values and aspirations, stating that President Bola Tinubu has ordered an expansive and all-inclusive amendment of the party’s Constitution to fill gaps, accommodate the expansion of the party’s organs and correct any existing grey areas.

“The constitution is not just a mega framework; it is a living testament to our commitment to justice, equity, and the rule of law. Upon the directives of the President, Asiwaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for an expansive and all-inclusive caucus and national equity committee of our great party, the amendment should commence in August to fill in the gap and accommodate the expansion of the stated organs of the party and correct any existing grey areas therein.

As we embark on this important public hearing, starting from the South South region, let us deliberate on potential amendments, let us remember the importance of inclusivity and representation. Every voice matters, and every perspective enriches our understanding of the issues at hand. We must strive to ensure that our constitution reflects the diversity of our great country.As we embark on this important public hearing, starting from the South South region, let us deliberate on potential amendments, let us remember the importance of inclusivity and representation. Every voice matters, and every perspective enriches our understanding of the issues at hand. We must strive to ensure that our constitution reflects the diversity of our great country.

Eba, who is also the Cross River State APC Chairman, highlighted that the Constitution amendment shall include expanding the National Executive Committee to accommodate former governors; strengthening representation for women, youth and persons with disabilities; and revising articles12,18,19 and 20 to create additional seats for under‑represented groups.

“We are here to amend our constitution and make it more inclusive and to reflect Nigeria’s diversity. The amended constitution will serve us today and inspire our future, upholding justice, peace, unity and progress.