Former Nigerian Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar has refuted assertions that the military solely authored the 1999 Constitution. Abubakar stated the document was largely based on the pre-existing 1979 Constitution, dismissing claims of a complete military creation. He emphasized the constitution-making process involved broader contributions beyond the armed forces. This clarification addresses long-held beliefs about the origins of Nigeria’s current governing document. Abubakar’s statement aims to correct the historical record regarding the constitution’s development. The 1999 Constitution marked Nigeria’s return to democratic rule after years of military governance. Further details can be found in a report by Punch News.