The House of Representatives has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary session as part of its commitment to openness and public engagement. The document outlines key legislative activities, including the presentation of bills, committee reports, and motions on critical national issues.
Presentation of Bills (First Reading)
1. Environmental, Social and Health Impact Assessment (ESHIA) Bill, 2025 (HB.2162) – Sponsored by Rep. Pondi Julius Gbabojor and Rep. Terseer Ugbor.
2. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2166) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
3. National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2163) – Sponsored by Rep. Pondi Julius Gbabojor.
4. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2170) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
5. National Park Service Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2164) – Sponsored by Rep. Pondi Julius Gbabojor.
6. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2165) – Sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam.
7. Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2171) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
8. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2167) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
9. National Electoral Offences Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2172) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
10. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2176) – Sponsored by Rt. Hon. Idris Wase.
11. Nigerian Technical Aid Corps Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2174) – Sponsored by Rep. Adewale Hammed.
12. Department of State Services Security Trust Fund (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2178) – Sponsored by Rep. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi.
13. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2175) – Sponsored by Rt. Hon. Idris Wase.
14. Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC) (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2179) – Sponsored by Rep. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi.
15. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2180) – Sponsored by Rep. Jeremiah Umaru.
16. Federal University of Science and Technology Kabo, Kano State (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (SB.691) – Sponsored by the Senate.
17. Federal Colleges of Education Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.1303) – Sponsored by Rep. Ngozi Lawrence Okolie.
18. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2169) – Sponsored by Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun.
19. National Sports Development Fund (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2184) – Sponsored by Rep. James Abiodun Faleke.
Presentation of Reports
Finance Committee Reports – Led by Rep. James Abiodun Faleke, covering taxation, revenue collection, and tax harmonisation bills.
Judiciary Committee Report – Presented by Rep. Mamudu Abdullahi on amendments to the Federal High Court Act.
Agricultural Colleges and Institutions Committee Reports – Led by Rep. Abiodun Isiaq Akinlade, focusing on establishing new agricultural research institutes and colleges across various states.
Bills for Second Reading
1. Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery, Zaria, Kaduna State (HB.2115) – Sponsored by Rep. Abbas Tajudeen and Rep. Abubakar Makki Yalleman.
2. Recognition and Protection of Human Rights Defenders Bill (HB.1867) – Sponsored by Rep. Abiola Makinde and Rep. Mudasiru Lukman.
3. Establishment of the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geosciences, Umuahia, Abia State (HB.1659) – Sponsored by Rep. Obinna Aguocha.
4. Federal College of Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition, Ntigha, Isiala Ngwa North, Abia State (HB.1165) – Sponsored by Rep. Obinna Onwusibe.
5. Upgrade of General Hospital Obi, Benue State to Federal Medical Centre, Obi (HB.163) – Sponsored by Rep. David Agada Ogewu.
Motions for Consideration
1. Call for the Immediate Release of Innocent Citizens of Okuama Community in Ughelli South, Delta State – Sponsored by Rep. Francis E. Waive.
2. Need to Block Internet Websites Hosting Pornographic Content – Sponsored by Rep. Dalhatu Shehu Tafoki.
3. Alternative Resettlement and Integration for Indigenous Communities in the FCT – Sponsored by Rep. Gaza Jonathan Gbefwi.
4. Revamping Electricity Supply in Baruten Local Government Area, Kwara State – Sponsored by Rep. Mohammed Omar Bio.
By consistently making our Order Papers accessible to the public, the House of Representatives reinforces its commitment to legislative transparency. Stakeholders, including the media and civil society organizations, are encouraged to monitor and participate in the legislative process actively.
Signed:
Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr.
Spokesman, House of Representatives
