The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has expressed strong support for deepening democratic values and promoting meaningful reforms in Nigeria’s legislative processes.
Ogundoyin made this known in a statement shared via his official Facebook page on Tuesday, following his participation at the 2025 National Assembly Open Week held in Abuja.
“Honoured to have represented the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria at the 2025 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja,” the Speaker stated.
This was as the lawmaker called for sustained momentum in implementing reforms that are timely and rooted in the real needs and aspirations of citizens
He described the event as a significant opportunity to recommit to key pillars of governance, including representative democracy, legislative accountability, and enhanced citizen engagement.
“As presiding officers across the 36 states, we are proud to stand with the National Assembly in pursuit of a more inclusive, transparent, and people-centered constitutional review process,” Ogundoyin said.
He equally emphasized the role of state legislatures in shaping constitutional reforms that reflect the will of the Nigerian people.
“Now, more than ever, we must sustain the momentum to ensure that these reforms are not only timely but reflective of the voices and aspirations of everyday Nigerians,” he added.
He praised the event for deepening a spirit of collaboration, noting that synergy between federal and state legislative bodies remains critical to the nation’s democratic growth and development.