Abuja, FCT | Friday, September 5, 2025 – The House of Representatives extends warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Maulud, the commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (SAW). This sacred observance is an invitation to reflect on the timeless values of faith, humility, compassion, justice, and devotion to the common good, all…
As we begin the month of September, the Nigeria House of Representatives extends warm greetings to all Nigerians. This month, we remain resolute in our commitment to tackling key legislative priorities, with a firm focus on laws and interventions that will improve the lives of every Nigerian. We thank you for your continued support and engagement, and we reaffirm our…
Abuja, FCT | Sunday, August 31, 2025 – The attention of the House of Representatives has been drawn to a report published by Leadership Newspapers on August 30, 2025, which elevates isolated remarks and informal conversations from House WhatsApp groups as if they represent the official position of any House caucus or the House itself. Contrary to insinuations of an…
The Nigeria House of Representatives, in the exercise of its constitutional mandate of lawmaking and oversight, operates through various committees. These may be Special Committees, Standing Committees, Ad Hoc Committees, or plenary-based Committees. While these committees are usually chaired by Honourable Members, some are unique because they are chaired only by the Presiding Officers of the House, namely the Speaker…
Honourable Citizens, INEC has commenced the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). Eligible Nigerians can now register, update, or transfer their voter details. Online pre-registration: Started Monday, August 18, 2025 In-person registration: From Monday, August 25, 2025 at INEC offices nationwide Your participation strengthens democracy. Act now. Spread the word! More details in the flashcards. Jointly Signed: Rep. Adebayo Olusegun Balogun…
In the House of Representatives, laying a document on the Table signifies its formal entry into the official records of the House. This could be: 1. A public petition from citizens or groups seeking the intervention of Parliament. 2. A committee report containing the findings and recommendations of a House Committee on a bill or motion. 3. A news publication…
Abuja, FCT | Friday, August 15, 2025 – The House of Representatives has taken note of a viral video in which Rep. Ibrahim Usman Auyo, Member representing Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, alleged that Members of the House receive payments to sponsor Motions, Bills, and Petitions. These allegations are unsubstantiated and, if left unclarified, risk…
In a robust legislative week, the House of Representatives introduced 85 new bills; marking a significant stride toward institutional reform, economic integrity, and rights-based governance. These fresh proposals address critical national priorities such as anti-corruption, criminal justice reform, and security sector accountability. Notably, the new Constitution Amendment Bills reflect the House’s sustained push for restructuring, federal inclusivity, and constitutional evolution.…
Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 – The House of Representatives has inaugurated its Standing Committees on the South-South, South-West, and North-Central Development Commissions, completing the oversight framework for all six geo-political Regional Development Commissions across the country. The inauguration, held at the National Assembly Complex and presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, CFR, on…
Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 – The House of Representatives invites members of the judiciary, civil society organisations, citizens, and other critical stakeholders to a Public Hearing on the proposed legislation for the establishment of Lower Courts within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The Public Hearing, convened by the House Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Judiciary,…
