The House of Representatives has released the Order Paper for its plenary session scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025. The session will feature key legislative activities, including the presentation of bills, motions, committee reports, and considerations of critical national issues. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ORDER PAPER PRESENTATION OF BILLS (FIRST READING) 1. Criminal Code Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2149) – Sponsored…
The House of Representatives has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary session, outlining key legislative activities scheduled for consideration. Key Highlights of the Order Paper 1. Presentation of Bills (First Reading): 1. Chartered Institute for Medical Dialysis Studies of Nigeria, Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State Bill, 2025 (HB. 2129) – Sponsored by Rep. Ajirioghene Jonathan Ukodhiko…
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…
Consequent upon the ongoing investigation by the Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives, seven major operators in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry have undertaken to remit a total of $37,435,094.52 (approximately ₦58 billion) to the Federation Account before August 2025. This commitment follows the Committee’s scrutiny of financial records from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which…
The House of Representatives extends warm wishes to Nigerian women and girls on the occasion of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, themed “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment.” Women remain the cornerstone of societal progress, playing pivotal roles in nation-building across all sectors. Their contributions span governance, academia, entrepreneurship, science, and social development, making gender inclusion not…
Following a week-long Public Hearing on Tax Reform Bills, the House of Representatives resumed plenary with the introduction of 40 new bills, reflecting its commitment to key legislative priorities, including good governance, national security, economic growth, and social sector reform. Among the standout proposals are constitutional amendments seeking to strengthen local government administration, ensure an independent National Local Government Electoral…
The House of Representatives extends heartfelt greetings to Christians across Nigeria as they embark on the solemn journey of Lent—a sacred season of prayer, fasting, almsgiving, and spiritual renewal. Lent is a call to self-examination, sacrifice, and a return to the core values of faith, love, and service. Just as Christ spent forty days in the wilderness in preparation for…
The House of Representatives, through its Committee on Public Accounts, is commencing a series of investigative hearings aimed at addressing significant outstanding debts owed by several oil companies to the Federation Account. This initiative is in strict compliance with the Committee’s constitutional mandate under Sections 85, 88, and 89 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as…
The House of Representatives is pleased to announce that His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, has today, Friday, signed the 2025 Appropriations Act into law. The Act, as passed by the National Assembly, underscores the shared commitment of the legislature and the executive to fostering economic growth, enhancing public service…
As we step into the month of March, I extend my warmest wishes to all constituents of Ekiti North 1, Ikole/Oye Federal Constituency. May this new month bring renewed hope, progress, and prosperity to our communities. Let us continue to work together in unity, peace, and development for the betterment of our constituency and Ekiti State at large. Wishing you…
