On behalf of the good people of Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, I join the Government and the people of Ekiti State to celebrate our highly respected Deputy Governor, Her Excellency, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Christianah Afuye, on the joyous occasion of her birthday. Your Excellency, you are a shining example of humility, loyalty, and selfless service. Your dedication to…
On this edition of #Periscope, we spotlight the health-focused Committees of the 10th House of Representatives. These are seven Standing Committees whose mandates directly shape Nigeria’s health policies, institutions, and oversight. From Healthcare Services and Health Institutions to Specialty Healthcare, these Committees oversee the Federal Ministry of Health, teaching hospitals, medical centres, and national programmes at the heart of healthcare…
On behalf of the good people of Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, I warmly felicitate my brother, leader, and respected colleague, Rt. Hon. Femi Bamisile (BAFEM), Member representing Emure/Gbonyin/Ekiti East Federal Constituency, on the joyous occasion of his 60th birthday. I have had the privilege of knowing Rt. Hon. Bamisile for over 15 years. In that time, he has…
Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 – The House of Representatives wishes to inform the public that plenary resumption, earlier scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, 2025, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 7, 2025. This adjustment was formally communicated to Honourable Members yesterday via an internal memorandum issued by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria,…
– Event to Consolidate Citizens’ Voices Ahead of Voting on Constitution Review Bills Abuja, FCT | Friday, September 19, 2025 – The House of Representatives invites Nigerians and stakeholders to actively participate in its rescheduled National Public Hearing, a vital step in the ongoing review of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended). Originally postponed in…
On Tuesday, I had the honour of representing the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, at the Inaugural Distinguished Parliamentarian Lecture of the House Press Corps. The theme, “Navigating Tax Reforms in Nigeria: Insights on President Tinubu’s Policies,” is timely as Nigeria pursues fiscal reforms that are fair, inclusive, and transformative. It was a privilege to…
Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, September 9, 2025 – The House of Representatives has expressed concern over the state of safety on Nigeria’s rail networks. Consequently, the Honourable Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, has been summoned to appear before its Committee on Land Transport within 48 hours, following his absence at an emergency session convened to address urgent railway…
Abuja, FCT | Monday, September 8, 2025 – The House of Representatives is clarifying a development concerning the discovery of the body of an unidentified individual around the National Assembly Complex on Sunday, September 7, 2025. This clarification follows the official report issued by the Nigeria Police Force, which remains the lead investigative authority on the matter. The leadership of…
The focus is on the Sergeant-at-Arms, a figure rooted in centuries of parliamentary tradition. Tasked with enforcing order, safeguarding the Chamber, and carrying out the Speaker’s directives, this office blends ceremonial prestige with modern responsibility. From bearing the Mace to ensuring discipline, security, and protocol, the Sergeant-at-Arms stands as a symbol of institutional stability and procedural integrity. Curious about how…
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…
