Dear Leaders and Constituents.
This week, I was ill 
and didn’t attend any plenary sessions, nevertheless, I’m excited to share some key milestones in my legislative work:
FIRST READING
Two of my bills were introduced on the floor of the House:
1. Whistle Blowers Bill, 2024 (HB 1563) – This bill is designed to protect individuals who expose corruption, misconduct, or unethical practices in both the public and private sectors. It provides legal safeguards against retaliation and offers incentives to encourage the reporting of fraud or corruption. By creating a safer environment for whistleblowers, the bill aims to enhance transparency and strengthen Nigeria’s fight against corruption.
I would like to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Mr. Chido Onumah of the African Centre for Media and Information Literacy (AFRICMIL) and other civil society actors who have been instrumental in advocating for and supporting this critical legislation.
2. Advanced Healthcare Development Fund (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (HB 1813) – Aiming to transform Nigeria’s healthcare sector, this bill seeks to improve specialised infrastructure, treatment of rare diseases, and leverage our vast human resources to facilitate development of advanced medical technologies.
Modelled after global best practices like the National Institutes of Health (USA), NHS Specialized Services Fund (UK), and Health Canada Research and Innovation Fund, the proposed fund will complement the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), which caters to primary healthcare, by improving our sovereign capabilities in the advanced side of the healthcare delivery spectrum .
The proposed fund will significantly reduce medical tourism, improve access to specialised healthcare locally, reverse brain drain, and position Nigeria as a leader in healthcare across Africa.
SECOND READING
I am also proud to co-sponsor, alongside the lead sponsor, Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Rep. Babajimi Benson, and six other colleagues, the *Bill to Amend the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja (Number of Judges) Cap H6, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 (HB 1635)*.
This bill, which has scaled second reading, seeks to increase the number of Judges in the High Court of the FCT from 70 to at least 100. This reform will enhance access to justice, reduce delays, and strengthen the judiciary’s capacity to deliver timely justice in the FCT.
These initiatives reflect my unwavering commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery, advancing social protection, promoting open governance, and ensuring justice for all.
Guided by my mantra, “Leaving No One Behind,” I remain dedicated to championing laws that foster inclusivity, progress, and prosperity for all Nigerians.
I wish you all a great weekend. God bless you.
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