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January 18, 2022
He, however, called for the amendment of Section 131 of the 1999 Constitution to raise the minimum requirements for persons seeking elective public offices, saying the provision contained in the Constitution was a product of a different time and not a reflection of the demands of today.
He spoke while delivering the 52 Convocation Lecture of the University of Lagos, UNILAG, titled ‘Building Back Better: Creating a New Framework for Tertiary Education in Nigeria in the 21 Century’.
The Chairperson of the occasion, Justice Amina Augie of the Supreme Court, challenged the Speaker to ensure that his postulations are put into action.
In his remarks, the Pro-Chancellor of Governing Council, Lanre Tejuoso, commended Gbajabiamila for his tireless efforts in the political sphere.