The Senate has dismissed speculation surrounding the Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025, clarifying that it neither seeks to extend term limits nor create the position of Prime Minister.
In a statement on Tuesday, September 9, the Senate noted that the proposals contained in the Bill have been misrepresented and do not touch on term limits for elected leaders.
The Senate went on to make it clear that the Bill has no intention of restructuring the executive arm of government.
Parliament Denies Existence of Bill to Prolong Presidential Term. Photo: Courtesy.
According to the Senate, the real intent of the Bill was to reinforce devolution and strengthen the role of the Senate in governance.
Key proposals contained in the Bill included enhancing bicameralism by ensuring that most bills are considered and passed by both the National Assembly and the Senate and strengthening the Senate’s oversight role in the national budget.
Another proposal was granting the upper house the authority to approve key state officers such as the Controller of Budget and the Auditor-General.
The Bill also sought to protect the autonomy of county legislatures by establishing a constitutionally guaranteed County Assembly Fund to ensure their financial independence.
