Legal and Policy Analysis: Constitutional Alteration for Reserved Seats for Women in Nigeria
1. Introduction: The Crisis of Representation and the Imperative for Reform The Federal Republic of Nigeria, despite being the most populous nation in Africa and a putative giant of democracy on the continent, faces a profound crisis of legitimacy and inclusivity. The systemic exclusion of women from the corridors of legislative power has calcified into a structural deficit that undermines the very ethos of representative democracy. As the 10th National Assembly undertakes the constitution review […]