Celebrating the Revitalisation of Our Media Centre

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.…

Celebrating a Rare Combination of Beauty, Brains, Grit, and Compassion: Dr. Dolapo Fasawe at 50

It is with immense joy and profound admiration that I extend my heartfelt birthday wishes to Dr. Dolapo Fasawe on the occasion of her 50th birthday. As a distinguished public servant, health advocate, and environmental champion, Dr. Fasawe has dedicated her life to the service of humanity, consistently demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the well-being of others. Our paths first…

Meeting with Charles Odii to Boost Orphanage and Local Initiatives

I was delighted to welcome my dear friend, Charles Odii, Director General/CEO of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), to my office at the National Assembly Complex, in Abuja, on Wednesday. Our meeting focused on the Orphanage being constructed in Itapa-Ekiti and exploring opportunities for collaboration with the Agency to provide empowerment to our constituents. We…

Welcoming the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to Ikole-Ekiti for the Historic MoU Signing Ceremony

Abuja, Nigeria | Friday, July 5, 2024 – The good people of Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) federal constituency welcome the Honorable Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to Ikole-Ekiti for the momentous signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ekiti State Government and the Federal Government. This historic agreement marks the official handover of the Ikole…

House set to hold Inaugural Legislative Open Week, 2024

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…

Representing Speaker Rt Hon. Abbas Tajudeen at Rep. Ojema Ojotu’s Reception in Benue State

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…

House of Representatives Passes Bills Extending Implementation timeline for 2023 Budget Till December 31, 2024

– Green Chamber also extends Implementation of Supplementary Appropriation Act 2023 till December 31, 2024 Abuja, FCT | Thursday, June 27, 2024 – The House of Representatives today considered and passed two money bills extending the implementation of the 2023 Appropriation Act and the 2023 Supplementary Appropriation Act until December 2024. The executive arm of government presented the two bills…

House of Representatives Pays Tribute to Late NCS Deputy Comptroller, Etop Andrew Essien

Abuja, FCT | Wednesday, June 26, 2024 – The House of Representatives pays tribute to the late Deputy Comptroller Etop Andrew Essien, a dedicated and exemplary officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The dear departed passed on Tuesday, in active service during a convivial engagement with the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), where he shared his expertise and insights with…

Statement on the Passing of Nigeria Customs Service Official at the National Assembly

Abuja, Nigeria | Tuesday, June 25, 2024 – It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm the passing of an esteemed official of the Nigeria Customs Service who was at the National Assembly for an engagement with a House Committee. During the engagement, which occurred around 1.00pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the official developed sudden health complications.…