Nahid Islam Accuses Government of Procrastinating on Constitutional Reforms

Speaking at a discussion meeting held at a hotel in the capital on Saturday, May 9, 2026, Islam asserted that the government is intentionally procrastinating to avoid fulfilling the core aspirations of the people that emerged from the recent national uprising. He demanded the immediate formation of a "Constitutional Reform Council" in strict accordance with the mandates established by the recent national referendum. During his address, the NCP leader also directed sharp criticism toward the BNP, noting that while the party had supported the idea of a referendum before ascending to power, it has now shifted its stance to oppose the process.

Nahid Islam further emphasized that the delay in executing these reforms is a direct affront to the "July Warriors" and the collective will of the citizens who voted for a new political settlement. He warned that the NCP would not remain silent if the government continued to use dilatory tactics to stall the restructuring of the state’s fundamental laws. Islam concluded his speech by issuing a stern warning of intense street protests and a rigorous political movement in the coming days if the administration fails to provide a clear roadmap for constitutional change. This vocal stance by the Opposition Chief Whip highlights a growing rift within the political landscape, as various factions debate the speed and direction of the country’s democratic transition following the landmark events of last year.