…looks forward to deepening collaboration on legal and institutional reform, justice administration. Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, September 1, 2026 – The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, FCIArb, SAN, on her election and swearing-in as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). The House also congratulates the newly elected national officers and representatives…

A new month offers an opportunity to reflect on the work before us and renew our commitment to a stronger, more responsive democracy. The House of Representatives remains steadfast in our duty to make laws that respond to the needs of Nigerians, strengthen accountability, promote inclusion and advance the national interest. This September, we reaffirm our resolve to listen, legislate…

A Budget Speech can count as First Reading. A parliamentary decision can be rescinded. One Chamber can seat almost four times as many people as the other. And that’s only the beginning. Behind every sitting, decision and legislative milestone are rules, constitutional provisions and institutional structures that determine how the National Assembly functions. Swipe through these five facts and take…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has extended his felicitations to the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Speaker Abbas stated that the Sultan, serving as the spiritual leader of Nigeria’s Muslims in his roles as President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs…

Abuja, FCT | Thursday, August 27, 2026 – The House of Representatives mourns the passing of Mr. Dotun Samson Oladipo, veteran journalist, media entrepreneur, Publisher of The Eagle Online and Chief Executive Officer of Premium Eagle Media Limited, who died on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 56. Oladipo’s distinguished career spanned Nigeria’s traditional and digital media, with…

Beyond lawmaking, the National Assembly performs a range of constitutional, legislative, oversight, and representative functions that shape Nigeria’s democratic governance. From the languages permitted during legislative proceedings to the role of parliamentary aides, oversight of public finances, constituency interventions, and the National Assembly’s legislative authority over the Federal Capital Territory, these facts offer a closer look at how Nigeria’s Parliament…

An informed citizenry is fundamental to a stronger democracy. Understanding the constitutional framework, institutional structure, and distinct responsibilities of the National Assembly provides greater insight into Nigeria’s legislative process. This edition of #Periscope presents five key facts that illuminate important aspects of the National Assembly’s organisation and constitutional mandate. Swipe through to explore the facts.

August offers another opportunity to renew our commitment to service, responsibility, and the collective pursuit of national progress. As we journey through the month, the House of Representatives remains dedicated to its constitutional responsibilities through purposeful representation, diligent oversight, and sustained engagement in the interest of the Nigerian people. We remain resolute in advancing accountable governance, responsive leadership, and initiatives…

The House of Representatives, during plenary on Thursday, adopted three Matters of Urgent Public Importance addressing disaster response, national security, and strategic infrastructure. The resolutions include: – National Security: House commends the coordinated efforts of security agencies in securing the release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, while urging sustained intelligence-driven operations to secure the freedom of all…

The House of Representatives, at Thursday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, undertook the consideration of key constitutional and legislative reforms. Members advanced significant measures on economic governance and national security, approved Committee reports, received new legislative proposals, considered Matters of Urgent Public Importance and public petitions, and took decisions on matters relating to…