Abuja, FCT | Sunday, July 13, 2025 – The House of Representatives has received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (2015 – 2023). Former President Buhari was a towering figure in Nigeria’s history, having served both as Military Head of…
Dear Citizens. As part of its commitment to inclusive and participatory governance, the House Committee on Constitution Review (HCCR) is set to hold Zonal and National Public Hearings on the ongoing review of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (As Amended). The hearings will take place across 12 designated centres in the six geopolitical zones, beginning with…
Day Three of the National Assembly Open Week 2025, hosted by the House of Representatives, placed a strategic spotlight on citizen engagement in economic reforms and youth participation in governance, two critical pillars in advancing democratic development and promoting inclusive national progress. The day commenced with an interactive dialogue on the economy and citizen participation, chaired by Rep. Julius Ihonvbere,…
Day Two of the ‘National Assembly Open Week 2025, hosted by the House of Representatives, focused on key constitutional reform issues, featuring robust citizen–legislature engagement and thematic sessions on women’s political representation and the constitutional role of traditional institutions. The first session, moderated by veteran broadcaster, Eugenia Abu, was centered on the Special Seats for Women Bill. It opened with…
The Opening Ceremony featured welcome remarks by the House Majority Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, CON, and goodwill messages from esteemed guests including Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba; Executive Secretary, National Assembly Library Trust Fund, Dr. Clement Nwankwo; Executive Director, Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC); Rt. Hon. Patricia Etteh, Speaker of the 6th House; Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, Speaker of…
Abuja, FCT | Saturday, July 5, 2025 – The House of Representatives will host the second edition of the *National Assembly Open Week* from *Tuesday, July 8 to Thursday, July 10, 2025*. This event underscores the House’s commitment to open governance, legislative transparency, citizen engagement, and institutional accountability. At the mid-term of the 10th Assembly’s tenure, the Open Week presents…
Abuja, FCT | Saturday, July 5, 2025 – The House of Representatives is pleased to invite stakeholders, civil society organisations, professional bodies, development partners, the media, and the general public to a Public Hearing on the National Assembly Infrastructure and Property Agency (Establishment) Bill, 2025 (HB. 2072). The public hearing, which is being hosted by the House Committee on House…
This week, the House of Representatives introduced 13 new bills, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening national institutions, improving public health systems, and expanding access to education and justice. The bills reflect a continued focus on legislative reform, economic development, and citizen-centered service delivery hallmarks of the People’s House Legislative Agenda (2023- 2027). Key Bills Introduced: Nigeria Centre for Disease Control…
– Set to Hold Zonal Public Hearings across 12 centres in the six geopolitical zones Abuja, FCT | July 3, 2025 – The House of Representatives has formally presented a comprehensive suite of constitutional alteration bills as part of its ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The compendium, structured along thirteen thematic areas, has been prepared by the…
Abuja, FCT | Thursday, July 3, 2025 – In keeping with its commitment to legislative transparency and public engagement, the House of Representatives is pleased to share the Order Paper outlining the business of the day for Thursday, July 3, 2025. Today’s plenary will feature the presentation of Matters of Urgent Public Importance and Public Petitions, alongside a robust agenda…
