*Abuja, FCT — Friday, August 16, 2024:* The House of Representatives, through its Committee on Healthcare Services, is amplifying concerns in light of the growing Mpox epidemic currently affecting Nigeria. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently reported a sharp increase in Mpox cases across multiple states. The Centre also stressed the importance of enhanced surveillance, rapid case detection,…
To the youth of Ekiti North 1, Ikole/Oye Federal Constituency, today we celebrate your boundless energy, creativity, and potential. The theme, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” is a reminder of the power you hold in shaping our constituency’s future. Your engagement in the digital world is a key driver of innovation and progress. Together, let’s…
– _Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Development_ *Abuja, FCT – Monday, August 12, 2024 –* The Nigeria House of Representatives extends heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s youth on the occasion of International Youth Day 2024. This year’s theme, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” resonates profoundly with the legislative priorities of the 10th House of Representatives. With over…
Applications are invited from eligible Nigerians for commission into the Nigerian Army (NA) as Short Service Combatant (SSC) Commission officers. The SSC application is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. Only serving military personnel sponsored to civil institutions by any of the Services of the Armed Forces shall be considered. On completion of training and commissioned as officers,…
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…
Dear Constituents, I want to highlight an important opportunity for our students through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). This program, designed by the Federal Government, ensures that no student who desires an education is left behind due to financial constraints. Unfortunately, data shows that applications from the Southwest are low compared to other regions. This is a chance we…
Dear Constituents, As we welcome the month of August, I extend my warmest greetings to you all. May this month bring you and your families abundant blessings, good health, and new opportunities. Let us continue to work together for the prosperity of our community and the betterment of our nation. Best wishes, Rep. Akin Rotimi, Jr. Member, House of Representatives…
The AkinomoAkin Constituency Office facilitated the distribution of about 500 bags of fertilizers and launched an empowerment program for agricultural entrepreneurs in Ikole and Oye. The event was held simultaneously at the Ikole Local Government Secretariat, Ikole Ekiti, and the Ilupeju Town Hall, Ilupeju Ekiti, on Tuesday. We successfully provided 72 agricultural entrepreneurs with ₦20,000 each, along with bags of…
