At the continuation of the Special Session on National Security, more than thirty Members delivered passionate and unreserved assessments of the nation’s security landscape. Their contributions reflected the gravity of the moment and underscored the House’s unwavering resolve to ensure that Government fulfils its constitutional responsibility to protect the lives and property of every Nigerian across the federation. Collectively, Members…
The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to activate all diplomatic channels to secure the quick and safe return of Nigeria’s Former President, H.E. Dr. Goodluck Jonathan from crisis-torn Guinea-Bissau. This resolution followed the adoption of a Matter of Urgent Public Importance moved by the House Majority Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, CON, who informed the Chamber…
The House of Representatives continued its Special Session on National Security for a second day, as Regional and Zonal Caucus Leaders presented detailed briefings on security conditions across the six geopolitical zones. Honourable Members also provided constituency-level insights to support a unified national response ahead of the adoption of a comprehensive Security Resolution that will guide coordinated action and strengthen…
Abuja, FCT | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 – The House of Representatives is set to hold a stakeholders’ engagement and inaugurate its Ad Hoc Committee constituted to investigate the rising insecurity and loss of lives in the Federal Capital Territory, particularly in relation to the Closed-Circuit Television Project funded through a four hundred and sixty million dollar Chinese loan. This…
The House of Representatives on Tuesday, convened a Special Plenary Session to review Nigeria’s security landscape and strengthen the legislative response to current and emerging threats. Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, highlighted that Nigeria’s laws are strong but weakened by institutional gaps, inadequate funding, and poor implementation. He noted that insecurity is draining the economy and…
The House of Representatives this Tuesday, convened a Special Plenary Session to review Nigeria’s security landscape and strengthen the legislative response to current and emerging threats. In a solemn presentation, Speaker Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, underscored the national grief over the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi, the kidnapping of students in Niger, and the killing of an Army…
The House of Representatives on Tuesday convened a Special Plenary Session dedicated to a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s security landscape and to strengthening legislative measures against current and emerging threats. Presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, the Session received consolidated assessments and presentations from key security-related Committees. Deliberations will continue on Wednesday, when Regional and…
Beat the challenges of a difficult early childhood, hustle hard, and find your way to England to study at the University of London. Return to Nigeria to join the civil service, excelling in your duties and in your advocacy for workers’ rights that earned you the name “Mr. Car Loan.” Go on into politics and be mentored by the finest,…
The House of Representatives Committee on Rules and Business has released the Order Paper for today’s Special Session on National Security, convened as part of the Third Session of the 10th National Assembly. Today’s agenda outlines a detailed legislative framework that reinforces the House’s commitment to safeguarding national security, strengthening institutions, and deepening accountability. In keeping with parliamentary tradition, proceedings…
Abuja, FCT | Monday, November 24, 2025 – The House of Representatives will convene a Special Plenary Session on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, dedicated solely to reviewing Nigeria’s national security situation and strengthening the legislative response to current and emerging threats. To be presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, the Session will consider consolidated internal…
