The House of Representatives welcomes the new month with renewed commitment to serving the Nigerian people and strengthening our shared democratic journey. We remain focused on our constitutional duty to promote national stability and advance policies that improve the security, welfare, and opportunities of every Nigerian. May the month ahead bring progress, unity of purpose, and renewed hope for our…

₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill Passes Second Reading at House of Representatives

#PlenaryHighlights: Thursday, January 29, 2026 The House of Representatives on Thursday advanced the 2026 Appropriation Bill, as the proposed ₦58.47 trillion Federal Budget passed Second Reading, marking a significant step in shaping Nigeria’s fiscal framework and development priorities for the 2026 financial year. The Bill seeks to authorise the withdrawal of ₦58,472,628,944,759.00 from the Consolidated Revenue Fund of the Federation…

#PlenaryHighlights: Thursday, January 29, 2026

The House of Representatives commenced Thursday’s plenary with a Valedictory Session in honour of Dr. Yahaya H. Dan Zaria, the Outgoing Clerk of the House of Representatives, in recognition of his distinguished service, dedication, and institutional leadership. In his remarks, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, commended Dr. Dan Zaria for serving the House with clarity, discipline, and…

House Adopts Decisive Motions on Healthcare Equity, Food Security, and Agricultural Accountability

#PlenaryHighlights: Thursday, January 29, 2026 The House of Representatives at plenary took firm and decisive action to safeguard public welfare, strengthen food security, and promote accountability in the management of agricultural interventions by adopting three Matters of Urgent Public Importance, reaffirming its commitment to equity, national stability, and sustainable development. The House initiated urgent interventions in the following areas: Healthcare…

#PlenaryHighlights: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The House of Representatives continued sittings on Wednesday, with proceedings marked by consideration of matters of urgent national importance, executive-legislative coordination, and collaboration on critical institutional reforms. At the commencement of the sitting, presided over by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, the House was formally notified of the receipt of three letters…

House adopts decisive motions on banditry, communal violence, and boundary-related tensions

#PlenaryHighlights: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 The House of Representatives at plenary took firm and decisive action to strengthen security across the federation by adopting three Matters of Urgent Public Importance, underscoring its commitment to national security, public order, and peaceful coexistence. The House initiated urgent interventions in the following areas: 1. Counter-banditry and humanitarian response: Addressing persistent banditry attacks in…

House Shares Agenda for Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The House of Representatives, through the Committee on Rules and Business, has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary, outlining a robust and forward-looking legislative programme as the Third Session of the 10th National Assembly progresses. The full Order Paper, detailing the legislative business scheduled for consideration, is hereby attached for public information and stakeholder engagement.

#PlenaryHighlights: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The House of Representatives resumed its weekly sittings for the new legislative year on Tuesday on a solemn and reflective note. The plenary was presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, who welcomed Honourable Members to the 2026 legislative year and urged a renewed commitment to unity, discipline, and legislative excellence. Following key announcements,…

Tribute to Hon. Mrs. Ogundare Olusola (Iya Olowo Itapa) On behalf of the good people of Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, we celebrate the life and times of a truly remarkable woman, Hon. Mrs. Ogundare Olusola, fondly known as Iya Olowo Itapa. Deeply rooted and an influential stakeholder in the constituency – she was from Odo Ayedun, Ekiti and…