The much-anticipated Legislative Agenda for the 10th Assembly has been revealed by the House of Representatives, detailing pivotal reforms designed to tackle Nigeria’s socio-economic and political challenges. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas disclosed the agenda in Abuja, affirming its pivotal role in transforming the 10th House into ‘the People’s House’ and advocating for transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement.
According to Mr. Abbas, the Legislative Agenda centers on legislative reforms to enhance the House’s efficiency, bolster the committee system, and foster stronger legislative-executive relationships. Emphasizing the agenda’s significance, he underscored its potential to address pressing issues and drive positive change during this challenging period for the nation. The core values of effectiveness, efficiency, commitment, accountability, accessibility, and responsiveness encapsulate the House’s vision of becoming a responsive, results-oriented institution, aligning with the national vision for economic growth and development through legislative reforms.
Moreover, the Legislative Agenda aligns with the ‘Renewed Hope’ Agenda of the Executive, highlighting the imperative for collaborative efforts across all arms of government, including civil society organizations, media, international partners, and the Nigerian people for successful implementation. In a bid to ensure accountability and progress, Mr. Abbas has established a House committee dedicated to monitoring and implementing the Legislative Agenda. This committee is entrusted with evaluating milestones, identifying challenges, and facilitating continuous reviews to uphold the agenda’s commitments.
The unveiling of the 10th House of Representatives’ Legislative Agenda represents a pivotal step towards ushering in positive and impactful changes that are imperative for Nigeria’s development. With a commitment to fostering transparency, accountability and engaging citizens, the House aims to drive a productive and transformative legislative agenda that resonates with the nation’s aspirations for progress and prosperity.
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