The House of Representatives has observed, with consternation, the speculations in some sections of the media following the dissolution of the Ad Hoc Committee on Oil and Gas by the leadership of the House. It is necessary to clarify that the action by the leadership was to ensure efficacy, independence, and effectiveness of the investigation. Appallingly, some people went to…

It has come to our notice that some media outlets are reporting claims of discrepancies in the salaries of Members of the House of Representatives, suggesting that we received 100% of our July salaries, amounting to N936,979, despite pledging to donate 50% of N600,000 for six months to efforts to ameliorate the conditions of our constituents. We wish to clarify…

The House of Representatives reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the effective oversight and success of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as it initiates the distribution of monthly stipends to students. Recent updates through our oversight mechanisms confirm that NELFUND, under the leadership of Managing Director Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, has commenced disbursing N20,000.00 monthly stipends for July to 20,371 students…

– Speaker Abbas to Host Townhall Engagement with Young Nigerians Abuja, Nigeria | Monday, July 29, 2024 – The House of Representatives wishes to announce that, pursuant to the directive of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., a plenary session has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Honourable Members have been duly summoned from their respective constituencies to…

The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mazi Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, on his election as the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). The Green Chamber also congratulates the nine (9) other national officers of the association and the NBA Representatives to the General Council of the Bar for their respective zones, following their emergence in the…

Abuja, FCT | Thursday, July 18, 2024 – The House of Representatives has passed a multi-partisan resolution, supported by Members across the eight political parties represented in the 10th Assembly, urging calm among Nigerians amidst proposed protests. The resolution calls on proponents of nationwide demonstrations to reconsider street-level actions and engage in constructive dialogue with the government. This resolution follows…

The House of Representatives is saddened to announce the passing of a dear member of the 10th Assembly, Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams (LP, Kaduna), who died early Tuesday, at the age of 39. Rep. Adams was a dedicated public servant, passionate sports administrator, and kind philanthropist who, until his demise, chaired the House Committee on Sports. He was a first-term…

Upon assumption of office as House Spokesman and Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, together with my Deputy, Rep. Philip Agbese, we were determined to improve the working conditions for our Press Corps and elevate the standards of media engagement. Yesterday marked a significant milestone as we hosted the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.…

Abuja, FCT | Monday, July 1, 2024 – Following an earlier release, the 10th House of Representatives is set to host its inaugural Legislative Open Week from Wednesday, July 3, to Friday, July 5, 2024. Themed “Improving Inclusion through Citizens Engagement,” this event aims to promote an open parliament and enhance citizens’ participation, in alignment with Agenda 6 of the…

Honoured to represent the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, at a Reception held in honour of Rep. Ojema Ojotu, yesterday in Benue State. The Benue lawmaker who chairs the House Committee on National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) was conferred with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Aboh-OcheK’Idoma (Warlord/Defender of Idoma Land) by HRM Agaba’Idu Chief…