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…
This legislative week recorded the formal introduction of 31 bills for First Reading, marking a focused expansion of the House’s policy agenda across justice, security, economic competitiveness, and institutional reform. The new proposals target critical areas of national interest. These include the Crimes Against Humanity, War Crimes, Genocide and Related Offences Bill, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council Act Amendment Bill,…
The House of Representatives held a productive but abridged session on Wednesday following news received during plenary of the passing of Senator Okechukwu Ezea, who represented Enugu North Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly. In line with parliamentary tradition, the House suspended legislative business and adjourned plenary till next Tuesday in honour of the late Senator. Before adjournment, the…
Abuja, FCT | Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – The House of Representatives is deeply saddened by the passing of Distinguished Senator Okechukwu Ezea, the lawmaker representing Enugu North Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly. According to an announcement by his family, the Senator passed away late Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the age of 62 after a brief illness.…
The House of Representatives Committee on Rules and Business has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary sitting, in continuation of the Third Session of the 10th National Assembly. The document outlines a comprehensive legislative agenda that reinforces the House’s commitment to national development, institutional reforms, and accountability. Today’s plenary begins with messages and announcements, petitions, and matters of urgent…
House Adopts Two Matters of Urgent Public Importance and Two Crucial Motions at Plenary At Tuesday’s plenary, the House of Representatives recorded a highly productive legislative day, adopting four motions, including two Matters of Urgent Public Importance centred on national security, cultural governance, and community resilience. The House, in a Matter of Urgent Public Importance, expressed deep concern over the…
House Passes Six Bills Advancing Healthcare Access, Strengthening Health Institutions, and Expanding Agricultural Education The House of Representatives, at Tuesday’s plenary, passed six significant Bills aimed at expanding access to healthcare services, improving health training institutions, and enhancing agricultural education across the country. Healthcare and Medical Institutions 1. Federal Medical Centre, Elelele Alimini, Rivers State (Establishmentn) Bill 2. Federal Medical…
The House of Representatives announces the release of the Order Paper for today’s sitting, presenting a comprehensive agenda that reflects the chamber’s continued commitment to institutional strengthening, sectoral development, and responsive governance. Proceedings will commence with the traditional preliminaries of petitions, announcements, and matters of urgent public importance, before the House transitions into the core of its legislative business. A…
The House of Representatives adopted six consequential motions, advancing interventions across defence infrastructure, emergency healthcare, national security, water resources, food production, and digital pharmaceutical regulation. Each motion reflects the Parliament’s commitment to safeguarding citizens, strengthening public services, and enhancing national development. MOTIONS ADOPTED: • Armed Forces Physical & Health School: House urges immediate release of funds and commencement of activities…
