Some lawmakers in the House of Representatives are seeking an amendment to the 1999 constitution that will pave the way for "a single tenure of six years for the President and Governors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria."

The amendment will also pave the way for the rotation of the Presidency among the six geo-political zones of the country.

Speaking on behalf of the group on Monday in Abuja, the member representing Ideato South/Ideato North Federal Constituency, Imo State, Ikenga Ugochinyere, said, “The reduction in government spending and wastage, efficiency in governance, and national stability by providing a single term of six years for the President and Governors,” will go a long way in cost-cutting measures.”

They noted that they want the creation of the office of two vice presidents from the southern and northern parts of Nigeria.

"The 1st vice shall be a succession Vice president, while the 2nd Vice president shall be a Minister in charge of the Economy, and both shall be Ministers.

They also sort amendment to relevant sections of the Electoral Act to ensure that all elections at both Federal and State levels were held on the same day among others.

The lawmaker said that the bill if become an Act, would ensure that all elections and election-related litigation were concluded within a period of six months.

This, according to his is before the swearing into office of the validly elected person for the office contested.

“Ours is a commitment to building a united, stable, and prosperous nation. Nigeria can and must become a great and modern nation.”