SPEAKER ABBAS UPHOLDS PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE, KEEPS CAPITAL PROJECTS DEBATE WITHIN HOUSE RULES

Abuja, FCT | Wednesday, July 8, 2026 – The Office of the House Spokesman wishes to clarify the circumstances surrounding the procedural issue that arose during Wednesday’s sitting of the House of Representatives presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON. The clarification follows public commentary regarding a Matter of Urgent Public Importance sponsored by opposition lawmaker,…

#PlenaryHighlights: House Passes Key Bills on Merchant Shipping, Climate-Resilient Commerce, Pension Reforms and Professional Regulation

The House of Representatives, during plenary on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, passed six Bills aimed at modernising Nigeria’s maritime legal framework, promoting climate-resilient commerce, and strengthening professional regulation across key sectors of the economy. The six bills read for the Third time include: 1. Merchant Shipping Act (Repeal and Enactment) Bill (HB. 1592) 2. Climate Resilient Commerce Bill (HB. 2206)…

#PlenaryHighlights: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

The House of Representatives on Tuesday reconvened for plenary with a solemn valedictory sitting presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, in honour of the late Rep. Yaya Bauchi Tongo, who represented Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State. The abridged sitting was devoted to paying tribute to the life, service, and legacy of the…

House Shares Agenda for Tuesday, July 7, 2026

The House of Representatives, through the Committee on Rules and Business, has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary, which features a valedictory session in honour of the late Hon. Yaya Bauchi Tongo, who represented Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State. The sitting is dedicated to paying tribute to the late lawmaker and reflecting on his contributions to the Green…

AKINỌMỌAKIN CONSTITUENCY OFFICE IS AMPLIFYING THE FEDERAL ROAD SAFETY CORPS (FRSC) 2026 RECRUITMENT EXERCISE

The AkinỌmỌAkin Constituency Office wishes to inform constituents and the general public that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced its 2026 Recruitment Exercise for qualified Nigerians seeking to build a career in road safety administration, traffic management, and public service. The recruitment exercise is open to suitably qualified candidates across various cadres of the Corps. APPLICATION PERIOD Opening…

As Nigeria enters the month of July, the House of Representatives reaffirms its commitment to serving the Nigerian people through responsive lawmaking, diligent oversight, and inclusive representation. We remain dedicated to advancing reforms that strengthen democratic governance, enhance national security, support economic growth, and improve the wellbeing of all Nigerians. We wish every Nigerian a peaceful, productive, and prosperous second…

May your efforts be rewarded, your aspirations fulfilled, and your families blessed with peace, good health, and lasting prosperity. Together, let us continue to build a stronger, more united, and more prosperous future for all. Happy New Month, and welcome to July! Rep. Akin Rotimi, Jr., mnipr Member, House of Representatives Ekiti North I (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency

HOUSE NOTES CONCERNS RAISED ON NATIONAL SECURITY, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO COLLECTIVE ACTION

Abuja, FCT | Friday, June 19, 2026 – The House of Representatives has taken note of recent statements attributed to its Minority Caucus concerning the security situation in parts of the country and the need for effective national response to evolving threats. As the People’s House, we recognise that security remains a matter of urgent national concern. The issues raised…

HOUSE DISASSOCIATES ITSELF FROM PURPORTED “FEMALE LEGISLATIVE MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME”

Abuja, FCT | Thursday, June 18, 2026 – The House of Representatives has taken note of publicity materials circulating in both traditional and digital media announcing the inauguration of a “Female Legislative Mentorship Programme on Diplomacy and Parliamentary Affairs.” The event is purportedly being organised by the Nigeria–Romania Parliamentary Friendship Group in commemoration of the International Day of Women in…