APC MPs Stage Dramatic Walkout as Constitutional Amendment Bill Reaches Final Vote

APC MPs Walk Out as Constitutional Vote Hits a New Political Fault Line

Opposition Members of Parliament from the All People’s Congress (APC) on Monday staged a dramatic walkout from Parliament during the final stage of the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025, following a heated disagreement over the voting procedure for the proposed amendments.

The walkout added fresh political tension to proceedings as lawmakers moved toward the crucial stage of considering and approving constitutional changes. The APC MPs’ decision to leave the chamber underscored the depth of disagreement between the opposition and the government side over how the amendments should be voted on.

The development is likely to intensify public debate about parliamentary procedure, constitutional reform and the role of opposition lawmakers in shaping legislation of national importance. With constitutional amendments carrying far-reaching implications for the country’s democratic and governance framework, the disagreement has attracted significant attention.

The walkout also reflects the increasingly contentious political environment surrounding the amendment process. While government lawmakers proceeded with the parliamentary business, the absence of the APC MPs created a striking political moment, highlighting the divisions that continue to shape debates over major national issues.

The Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025 now stands at a critical juncture, with its final consideration expected to remain a major subject of political and public discussion as Sierra Leone weighs the implications of the proposed reforms.