Abuja, FCT | Thursday, October 16, 2025 – The House of Representatives is pleased to announce the release of the Order Paper for today’s legislative sitting, reflecting the Green Chamber’s continued commitment to transparency, openness, and participatory lawmaking.
Today’s plenary will feature a Valedictory Session in honour of the Late Hon. Agunwa Anaekwe, OFR, who served as Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1992 to 1993. His family and invited guests will be admitted into the Chamber in accordance with House rules to observe the session in his honour.
The Order Paper for this legislative day also outlines a rich agenda including:
Presentation of Bills
Twenty-three bills are scheduled for first reading, covering constitutional reform, digital innovation, national security, healthcare, and sustainable development. These include:
* The Bankruptcy Act (Amendment) Bill, sponsored by Rep. Ahmed Munir.
* The Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, sponsored by Rep. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai.
* The Digital Economy Mainstreaming Bill, Blockchain Technology Bill, and Sustainable Finance Bill, all sponsored by Rep. Ahmed Munir.
* The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) Bills, jointly sponsored by the Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu and other members, among several others aimed at strengthening governance and institutional frameworks.
Presentation of Reports
The House will receive five key reports from the Committee on University Education, chaired by Rep. Hassan Abubakar Fulata, on bills to establish and upgrade several tertiary institutions including:
* Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
* Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano
* Federal University of Education, Zaria
* Federal University of Technology, Kaduna
Bills for Consideration
* Federal Medical Centre, Bonny (Establishment) Bill – Third Reading
* Nigeria Police Force Pension Board (Establishment) Bill – Third Reading
* Project Development Agency (PRODA), Enugu (Establishment) Bill – Second Reading
* Nigerian Fintech Regulatory Commission (Establishment) Bill – Second Reading
* Consumer Credit Corporation (Establishment) Bill – Second Reading
* Constitutional Alteration Bill to Create Ijebu State – Second Reading
Motions
Among the motions to be deliberated upon are:
* The need for the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to remobilise contractors to complete the abandoned Obehie–Okeikpe–Akwete–Azumini Road Project in Abia State – Rep. Chris Nkwonta
* A motion commending the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for outstanding performance in crime recovery and anti-corruption efforts – Rep. Ginger Onwusibe
* The need to tackle gully erosion in Idah/Igalamela/Ofu Federal Constituency of Kogi State – Rep. David Idris Zacharias
* A motion on promoting sustainable green practices in the Three Arms Zone, mandating the Clerk to the National Assembly to institute a tree replacement policy – Rep. Jesse Okey-Joe Onuakalusi
Reports for Consideration
The House will consider reports from the Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, led by Rep. Abiodun Isiaq Akinlade, on several establishment and amendment bills for agricultural research and training centres across Nigeria.
Committee Meetings
Standing and Ad-hoc Committees, including those on Rules and Business, Public Petitions, Security in Plateau State, and Delegated Legislation, are scheduled to meet later today.
The Order Paper remains the principal guide to proceedings in the House, ensuring that legislative business is conducted with clarity, order, and adherence to parliamentary traditions.
For official updates and daily proceedings, follow the Green Chamber’s verified channels:
The Green Chamber Channel: bit.ly/thegreenchamber
Speaker Abbas’ Channel: bit.ly/speakerabbas
Signed:
Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., mnipr
Spokesman, House of Representatives
