The House of Representatives is deeply saddened by the passing of Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Leader, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON, a towering statesman, fearless advocate for justice, and an unwavering champion for the Niger Delta and Nigeria as a whole. His death at the age of 97 marks the end of an era of courageous leadership and principled…

The House of Representatives has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary session, outlining key legislative activities scheduled for consideration. The House will entertain Petitions, Matters of Urgent Public Importance, and Personal Explanations before proceeding to the presentation of bills. Highlights of the Legislative Agenda for Today: 1. *Presentation of Bills* – Several bills will undergo their First Reading, including:…

This week, 12 new bills were introduced on the floor of the Green Chamber, covering key areas of the People’s House Legislative Agenda, including economic growth, law reform, and security. The proposed pieces of legislation aim to enhance revenue generation, strengthen national infrastructure, and improve Nigeria’s policing framework, road safety, and public safety measures. Members of the House of Representatives…

The House of Representatives deeply mourns the passing of Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, esteemed leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere. His demise marks the end of an era and the loss of a true nationalist and elder statesman whose lifelong service to the country will never be forgotten. Chief Adebanjo’s contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape were monumental. A distinguished…

The House of Representatives has in exercise of its constitutional mandate, passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill, totaling N54,990,165,355,396 Trillion Naira, for the year ending 31st December, 2025. The passage of the ‘Appropriation Bill, 2025,’ followed a comprehensive review and consideration of the report presented by Rep. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar (APC, Kano), Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, at Thursday’s…

The House of Representatives is set to deliberate on a range of critical legislative matters in today’s plenary session, as outlined in the Order Paper. The agenda includes key bills, motions, and committee reports that reflect the House’s commitment to effective governance and national development. Among the key matters for consideration is the presentation of the Conference Committee Report on…

I was delighted to participate in today’s plenary session, which featured an in-depth and illuminating debate on the Executive Tax Bills. The discussions underscored the critical role of tax policy in fostering economic growth, enhancing revenue generation, and ensuring fiscal sustainability. I commend the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, for his exemplary leadership in presiding over the session…

The ranks of the Majority Caucus in the 10th House of Representatives were strengthened on Tuesday with the defection of an opposition lawmaker, Rep. Amos Gwamna Magaji, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmaker’s decision was announced by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, during plenary, when he read a letter from Rep. Magaji notifying the House of his resignation…

The House of Representatives has named Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka (APC, Ogun) as the new Deputy Chief Whip of the Green Chamber. The announcement was made by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, during Tuesday’s plenary session, following consultations with the Majority Party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). Rep. Isiaka’s appointment follows the passing of the former Deputy Chief Whip,…

A total of 49 new bills were introduced on the floor of the Green Chamber last week, covering key priorities from economic growth, to social sector reforms. Among the dominant areas were agricultural development, education, and healthcare, while other significant bills focused on law reforms, including constitutional amendments and legal system enhancements. As we progress into this new legislative week,…