Adedokun Waliyu 
The Presidency has dismissed as false a viral report claiming that President Bola Tinubu plans to amend the constitution to change Nigeria’s name to the “United States of Nigeria” and abolish Sharia Law in the North.
In a statement, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga described the report as fake and politically motivated. He accused unnamed politicians of trying to create tension and destabilise the country ahead of the general elections.
According to Onanuga, the story relied on anonymous sources and was designed to stir political unrest, create public disaffection, and overheat the political atmosphere before the elections.
He urged Nigerians to completely disregard the report, describing those behind it as promoters of disorder and instability.
The Presidency also denied claims that President Tinubu plans to send a bill called “Project True Federation” to the National Assembly before the elections.
Onanuga explained that constitutional amendments in Nigeria follow strict legal and legislative procedures and cannot be carried out unilaterally by the President or the National Assembly.
He stated that any constitutional amendment must undergo detailed debate and approval by at least two-thirds of members of both chambers of the National Assembly, as well as endorsement by at least 24 State Houses of Assembly.
According to the Presidency, President Tinubu remains focused on implementing the economic reforms introduced by his administration to improve conditions for Nigerians.
The statement also warned Nigerians against spreading or believing divisive and misleading reports, noting that fake news could increase as political campaigns approach ahead of the 2027 general elections.
