10th House Of Reps To Prioritise Nigerians Needs At Resumption

By Oluwakemi kindness

The House of Representatives says the recent flooding crisis in Maiduguri, the spate of insecurity in the country and the economy will be prioritized in it engagement as it resumes plenary session on Tuesday.

Spokesperson of the House, Akin Rotimi Jnr, stated this in a statement on Monday in Abuja said the house will actively debate and pursue legislative action on the pressing challenges faced by Nigerians.

According to him, the house will also inaugurate the board of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC), on Tuesday.

Representative Rotimi Jnr, also noted that the House is expected to inaugurate the Joint Senate/House Ad-Hoc Committee on the Petroleum Industry Investigation, which aims to address challenges in the oil and gas sector.

“Honourable Members will actively debate and pursue legislative action on pressing challenges faced by Nigerians, particularly those related to the recent flooding in Maiduguri, the spate of insecurity in the country, and the economy”.

“These issues, among others of urgent national importance, will be prioritized as we respond to the needs of our constituencies”.

He added that in line with parliamentary tradition, it is expected that the Speaker and presiding officer, Abbas Tajudeen, will deliver an agenda setting speech.

Representative Rotimi who double as the Chairman House committee on Media, further notes that as the House is approaching it midterm evaluation in June 2025 the House will intensify efforts and build on her legislative performance so far to address critical national issues highlighted in our Legislative Agenda.

“As we resume sittings, we invite citizens to engage with their respective representatives and participate in discussions that shape our legislative priorities.”

“This commitment not only reinforces our role in promoting good governance but also strengthens the democratic fabric of our nation. Together, we can work towards building a brighter future for all Nigerians.”