House adopts decisive motions on banditry, communal violence, and boundary-related tensions

#PlenaryHighlights: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 The House of Representatives at plenary took firm and decisive action to strengthen security across the federation by adopting three Matters of Urgent Public Importance, underscoring its commitment to national security, public order, and peaceful coexistence. The House initiated urgent interventions in the following areas: 1. Counter-banditry and humanitarian response: Addressing persistent banditry attacks in…

House Shares Agenda for Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The House of Representatives, through the Committee on Rules and Business, has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary, outlining a robust and forward-looking legislative programme as the Third Session of the 10th National Assembly progresses. The full Order Paper, detailing the legislative business scheduled for consideration, is hereby attached for public information and stakeholder engagement.

#PlenaryHighlights: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The House of Representatives resumed its weekly sittings for the new legislative year on Tuesday on a solemn and reflective note. The plenary was presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, who welcomed Honourable Members to the 2026 legislative year and urged a renewed commitment to unity, discipline, and legislative excellence. Following key announcements,…

Tribute to Hon. Mrs. Ogundare Olusola (Iya Olowo Itapa) On behalf of the good people of Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, we celebrate the life and times of a truly remarkable woman, Hon. Mrs. Ogundare Olusola, fondly known as Iya Olowo Itapa. Deeply rooted and an influential stakeholder in the constituency – she was from Odo Ayedun, Ekiti and…

CLARIFICATION ON CAUCUS-LED ACTIVITIES AND PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE

Abuja, Nigeria | Sunday, January 25,2026 — The House of Representatives has taken note of media reports claiming that the Minority Caucus constituted an ad hoc committee on Friday, January 2, 2026, to further examine the recently enacted tax laws, and that the said body has reportedly submitted an interim report. While the House recognises the legitimate role of the…

Today, my mother, Modupe Adeboun Rotimi (née Lamilisa), turns 78.

She has been my first teacher, my moral compass, and my anchor through life. She, together with my late father, instilled in me enduring values and she has been my earliest and most consistent model of the Christian faith. One of my clearest childhood memories of her intentional approach to parenting dates back to when I was about ten years…

Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day 2026: House Honours the Courage and Sacrifice of Nigeria’s Armed Forces

Abuja, FCT | Thursday, January 15, 2026 – The House of Representatives joins all Nigerians in profound appreciation of the officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces, and solemn remembrance of those who have paid the supreme price in defence of our nation’s peace, unity, and sovereignty. On this Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, the House honours the…

From Critic to Change-Maker: Register and Support the APC Membership Drive

Just the other day, I took my children to visit a government office. While there, we encountered protesters from a well-known civic movement. I made sure we listened attentively to their agitations and then engaged them in a calm debate about some of the key changes unfolding in Nigeria. I argued that under the current dispensation, Nigeria has undergone a…

Speaker Abbas Leads Transparency Drive as House Releases Four Tax Acts for Public Records

Abuja, FCT | Saturday, January 3, 2026 — The House of Representatives, under the leadership of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has released the four tax reform Acts duly signed into law by His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, to Nigerians for public record, verification, and…

Dear Esteemed Constituents of Ekiti North 1 Federal Constituency, As we step into a new year, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you all for your unwavering support, trust, and cooperation throughout the past year. Your resilience, patience, and commitment to the progress of our constituency continue to inspire our collective work. The year ahead presents us with renewed hope,…