Kwara, Benue attacks: Speaker Abbas calls for more action against killings
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, condemns in strong terms the latest killings in Kwara and Benue States, which have left over a hundred persons dead. In a Statement on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Krishi, Tajudeen, expresses concern that innocent citizens keep losing their lives […]
Reps Begin Probe of 19-Year Port, Airport Concessions
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives in Tuesday inaugurated an Ad-Hoc Committee to review the performance of concessionaires managing federal ports, airport terminals, and related shipping activities from 2006 to 2025. The review aims to determine whether concession arrangements have delivered value for money, improved service standards, and enhanced government revenue over the 19-year […]
Abbas Distributes 30 Vehicles, Others, to CPC Bloc
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, on Sunday distributed 30 vehicles to former leaders and support groups of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) in Kaduna State. This was alongside 850 motorcycles for teachers, clerics, polling unit heads, supporter groups and security personnel. The intervention, carried out across […]
Speaker Abbas salutes Nigeria’s Armed Forces Sacrifice
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their courage, discipline and commitment in defending the country against internal and external threats. In a message issued on Thursday to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the Speaker paid tribute to officers and men […]
Speaker Abbas Mourns Victims of Yobe Boat Mishap
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has expressed deep sadness over the boat mishap in Yobe State that claimed the lives of 29 people and left several others injured. In a condolence message issued on Monday through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, the Speaker […]
Christmas: Speaker Abbas Urges Prayers for National Rebirth
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has extended Christmas greetings to Christians across Nigeria, urging them to pray for a national rebirth as the country grapples with socio-economic and security challenges. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Krishi, the Speaker says […]
Reps Donates N20m to Family of Slain Kebbi Vice-Principal
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, on Monday announced a N20 million donation to the family of Hassan Makuku, the Vice-Principal of Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, who was tragically killed during a bandit attack in Kebbi State. Makuku lost his life while shielding students during […]
Speaker Abbas Urges Stronger Laws to End Child Labour, Gender Abuse
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has called for stronger laws to tackle child labour, sexual harassment, gender inequality, forced marriage, and other abuses confronting young Nigerian girls. Speaking in Abuja at an event marking the International Day of the Girl Child, Abbas described child labour as “endemic” and a […]
Reps Speaker Declares 10th House Most Productive Since 1999
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has declared the 10th House the most productive since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. He made the comment while setting a bold reform agenda as lawmakers resumed plenary after their 2025 annual recess. Addressing members on Tuesday, Abbas said the 10th Assembly […]
Speaker Abbas Mobilises Former CPC Members Behind Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has pledged the “unconditional support” of members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) for President Bola Tinubu, while unveiling plans to mobilize a nationwide movement for his re-election in 2027. Speaking at a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Speaker […]