Nigeria National Assembly: Plenary proceedings, House of Reps, Wed, Dec, 4th, 2024

After the recitation of the First stanza of the National Anthem, the National Pledge and opening prayer, the Speaker approved the votes and proceedings of Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024

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PETITION:

1. Hon. Moshood Kayode laid a petition on behalf of a complainant for the House to intervene to enable him take possession of a piece of land for which he has allegedly paid for years ago.

The petition was referred to the House Committee on Public Petitions.

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MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE:

1. Hon. Ojuawo Adeniyi moved a motion on the burden caused on members of some communities within Ekiti state and it was seconded by Hon. Dickson Tachi. Hon. Adeniyi in leading the debate bemoaned the unwholesome activities around a vital stream within the communities. These activities he stated has led to the degradation of the stream which is a source of socioeconomic wellbeing for residents within the region. He called on the relevant agencies of government to ensure sanitary conditions return to the region. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Environment, Ecological Funds as well as that on National Emergency and Preparedness.
2. Hon. Paul Nnamchi moved a motion condemning the continuing banditry attacks on farmers in some communities in Enugu state and it was seconded by Hon. Ebikake Enenimiete. Hon. Nnamchi in leading the debate condemned the attacks on unsuspecting farmers by armed bandits which has created an environment of fear within the communities. He stated that despite the call for military presence within the region, nothing has been done which has emboldened the bandits to continue carrying out these attacks and leave unapprehended. Hon. Nnamchi called on the Chief of Army Staff to as a matter of urgency, deploy personnel to restore peace to the affected communities and that other security agencies should liaise with the military to ensure the bandits are flushed out. He further called on the the relevant relief-providing agencies of government to provide such relief to the victims and that the Federal Government should ensure the root causes of these attacks are nipped. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Army, National Security as well as that on the National Emergency Management Agency.
3. Hon. Adedayo Adesola moved a motion on the need for intervention in the challenges of Nigeria Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) with international educational institutions and it was seconded by Hon. Mustapha Tijani. Hon. Adesola in leading the debate stated that the BEA which is supposed to ensure educational development of Nigerian students abroad has become burdensome as these students have been suffering such logistical problems as late disbursements of Finance, inadequate communication with host institutions, logistical setbacks etc. Hon. Adesola stressed that if this is not rectified, it can undermine the program. He called on the Federal Government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as the Ministry of Education to set up a dedicated support system to ensure all such hiccups are resolved and that the relevant Committees of the House should ensure compliance and report back to the House within 4 weeks. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Tertiary Institutions as well as that on Foreign Affairs.

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ORDERS OF THE DAY
 
BILLS

1. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State and for Related Matters (SB.13) (Senate) (Leader) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Julius Ihonbvere moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Kingsley Chinda. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the Committee of the Whole.

2. A Bill for an Act to Amend the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act, Cap. C 15 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2024 to insulate Judicial Officers from Prosecution before being Lawfully removed from Office and enable Public Officers maintain foreign Bank Account outside Nigeria for the Purpose of Accessing Funds while on Official Duties to facilitate Transactions for pressing family needs and auxiliary expenses and for Related Matters (HBs. 1178 and 1894) (Hon. Solomon T. Bob and Hon. Bello Isa Ambarura) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Bello Ambarura moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Tijani Ismail. Hon. Ambarura in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks to simply ease the burden of public officials particularly on the issue of paying bills for international expenses like medical bills abroad and for school fees for wards studying abroad.

Hon. Solomon Bob stated that the Bills were consolidated even though they do not have the same subject matter. He stated that they should not be debated together.

Hon. Francis Waive who is the Chairman, House Committee on Rules and Business stated that due to the bulk of pending Bills, the Committee consolidated Bills seeking to amend the same Acts.

The Presiding Speaker stated that the Bills are completely unrelated and the implication is that if Honorable Members support one and oppose the other, both might suffer the same fate while they are completely unrelated. Second reading of the Bill was stepped down to be reintroduced as individual Bills for debate on another Legislative date.

3. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Centre, Mallam Madori, Jigawa State  and for Related Matters (HB.1793) (Hon. Abubakar Makki Yalleman) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Abubakar Yalleman moved for the second reading of the Bill. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Alternative Education.

4. A Bill for an Act to Establish Private Intelligence and Investigation Council to Establish a Regulatory Framework that ensures the Professionalism, Ethnical Conduct, and Accountability of Private Intelligence and Investigation Firms, Standardise Industry Practices, Provide Accreditation and Certification, Promote Continuous Training and Development, foster collaboration between Private and Public Security Sectors, enhance the Integrity and Effectiveness of Private Intelligence and Investigation Council Services in Contributing to National Security and Public Safety and for Related Matters (HB.1721) (Hon. Ahmed Satomi) – Second Reading.

Second reading of the Bill stepped down by leave of the House

5. A Bill for an Act to Provide for Establishment of Federal College of Education (Technical) Ile Ife, Osun State and for Related Matters (HB. 438) (Hon. Ajilesoro Taofeek Abimbola) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Ajilesoro Abimbola moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Akeem Adeyemi. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Federal Colleges of Education.

6. A Bill for an Act to the Amend Federal Medical Centres Act to Provide for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre, Damasak, Borno State and for Related Matters (HB.544) (Hon. Mallam Bukar Gana) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Bukar Gana moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Bello Kumo. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Health Institutions.

7. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal Vocational Training Centre, Riyom, Plateau State to Provide Full and Part Time Courses of Instruction in Different Fields of Study; and for Related Matters (HB.1288) (Hon. Dalyop Chollom Fom) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Dalyop Fom moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Aliyu Missau. Hon. Fom in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks the establishment of the training center for interested individuals living within the Riyom region of Plateau state. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Alternative Education.

8. A Bill for an Act to Provide for Establishment of Federal University of Education, Akwanga, Nasarawa State and for Related Matters (HB.117) (Hon. Jeremiah Umaru) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Jeremiah Umaru moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Jafaru Yakubu. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on University Education.

9. A Bill for an Act to Amend the Nigeria Police Act, 2020 to Review the Legal Framework for Community Policing in Nigeria in order to ensure Community Safety, Trust, and Promote Community Participation in Crime Prevention Efforts and to Build Crime-free Communities across Nigeria by fostering Intelligence gathering and Sharing between Communities and the Police and for Related Matters (HB.1352) (Hon. Afolabi Moruf Afupe) – Second Reading.

Debate
Hon. Afolabi Afupe moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Akin Alabi. Hon. Afupe in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks to amend the Principal Act to build trust between communities and Law enforcement agents nationwide. It also seeks to create the Community Police Force as part of the Nigerian Police to enhance effectiveness to promote synergy in intelligence gathering and sharing between the communities and the security forces nationwide. Hon. Afupe stated that it will also increase public participation in crime prevention and accountability of all parties to reduce crime and criminality.

Hon. Yusuf Gagdi in contributing to the debate stated that the current Police Act needs constant amendments to make it more effective. He stated that the current Act as it is cannot cater for the ever evolving security issues bedeviling the nation as it is, and due for another amendment to meet up with current requirements of intelligence gathering and prevention of crime, and not just punishment of such crime. He stated that there is the need for continued empowerment of the police to deal with social issues, instead of always calling on the military to come and address social issues which is not their mandate. Hon. Gagdi stated that the police framework truly needs reviewing to make it more effective.

Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka also supported the Bill and called for the application of community policing as the community is the primary source of information on individuals and unless they have police they know and trust within them, such sensitive information will be withheld, due to fear and lack of trust. He called for the adoption of community policing and that it should be adequately funded to ensure it succeeds. He called on Honorable Members to support it for the good of their constituents.

Hon. Babajimi Benson also supported the Bill stating that Nigeria is highly under policed. He stated that there is a strong need and call for the incorporation of the Nigerian youth into the Nigeria Police to fill the yearning gap instead of joining private security firms who are directed by the whims and caprices of those that own them.

It was pointed out that the legal framework that the Bill seeks to amend has been taken care of in the Principal Act as amended in 2020.

Hon. Usman Kumo in contributing to the debate stated that the Bill as it is may not achieve its intent. He advised Hon. Afupe to rework the Bill to fit practical structures of national policing.

Hon. Tijani Mustapha called for caution in approving the proposed Amendment Bill. He stated over 10,000 community constabularies exist working in partnership with the a police nationwide.

Hon. Nyampa Dauda stated that there already exists community harmony with the police. He stated that he heard the term ‘community police force’ in the body of the debate which will look like a different, and maybe conflicting Body entirely with the Nigerian Police.

Hon. Billy Osawaru praised the spirit of the Bill as it will help in tackling the many instances of insecurity, especially in rural communities. He stated that the existing legal framework actually needs reviewing to combat banditry and herdsmen/farmers clashes. He called on Honorable Members to support it for the good of all Nigerians.

Hon. Kingsley Chinda praised the intent of the Bill, but called for the application of proper procedures in carrying out the Amendment. He called for the clarification of the Sections to be amended so that Honorable Members can make informed decisions based on specifics. Hon. Kingsley Chinda called for the stepping down of the Bill for Honorable Members to review it properly and debate it on another legislative day. The Bill was then stepped down for further legislative input.

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MOTIONS
 

10. Need to Investigate the Abuja Rehabilitation Centre and the Social Protection Programmes of the FCT:
    Hon. Bashiru Dawodu:
     
    The House:
     
    Notes that on 22 October, 2024 the FCT Administration declared war on street begging with the aim to restore Abuja’s image and enhance security;
     
    Also notes that majority of beggars are individuals with disabilities, with other contributing factors including Almajiri, internally displaced persons, poverty, unemployment, and cultural factors;
     
    Concerned that begging is an age long-standing social ill in Nigeria, FCT Administrations since 2003 have declared war on beggers and used law enforcement to apprehend, prosecute, or repatriate them to their own states;
     
    Worried that the strategy has failed because it provides only a short term solution as the Beggars soon return probably in a changed location;
     
    Aware that the Federal Capital Territory has one semi-functional rehabilitation center in Bwari which is underfunded and provides suboptimal services;
     
    Cognizant that lack of effective long-term solutions like rehabilitation, monthly survival allowance, Almajiris feeding and internally displaced persons resettlement will result in endemic begging;
     
    Also cognizant that if the lack of adequate funding and ineffective Social protection programmes persist Street begging will remain intractable;
     
    Resolves to:
     
    mandate the Committee on Disabilities to conduct an investigation of the Abuja Rehabilitation Centre and Social Protection Programmes of the Federal Capital Territory Administration and report within four weeks for further legislative action.

Debate
Hon. Bashiru Dawodu moved the motion on the need to investigate the Abuja Rehabilitation Centre and the Social Protection Programmes of the FCT and it was seconded by Hon. Chike Okafor. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Disabilities.

11. Need to Upscale the Lithium Industry and Value Chain as a Catalyst to drive Energy for Sufficient and Economic Growth:
    Hon. Victor Obuzor:
     
    The House:
     
    Notes that Nigeria’s vast mineral resources, including metallic ore, energy, industry, construction, and gemstones, are deposited across various geological groups, yet the mining sector remains underdeveloped. Mining was a major contributor to the economy in the 1900s, reaching a peak in the 1950s at roughly 4-5% of GDP, however, the industry declined as a result of the discovery of oil and gas, currently, mining accounts for less than 0.8% of GDP, which is much less than the average of almost 5% for the continent;
     
    Also notes that Lithium, a reactive metal, is utilized in energy-dense rechargeable batteries, which are crucial for the global clean energy transition. These lightweight compact batteries store more energy per volume, making them ideal for portable devices and grid storage;
     
    Concerned that there is no definitive estimate of the country’s lithium reserves, despite exploration surveys commissioned by the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development under the National Integrated Mineral Exploration Project (NIMEP). Significant lithium-bearing minerals have, however, been discovered in Nasarawa, Kogi, Kwara, Ekiti, Cross River, Ogun, and Plateau States;
     
    Worried that the country is facing a pivotal moment in its mining history due to rising global demand for renewable energy but is repeating past mistakes in the oil and gas sector by focusing solely on the upstream value chain, losing the opportunities that come with operating in the downstream segments. The price of high-quality lithium carbonate increased from $5,180 in 2010 to $46,000 in 2023 (with a peak of $68,100 in 2022), making previously abandoned deposits economically viable. The IEA predicts global demand could rise 13 times by 2040;
     
    Alarmed that despite an estimated $700 billion worth of mining potential, lithium exploration in Nigeria remains poorly funded, with only a fraction of projects reaching full potential due to challenges in project design, construction, and production; According to the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency (NGSA), exploratory samples showed promise, with minerals containing up to 13% lithium oxide content, while the global average mine ore contains about 1-2% lithium oxide content;
     
    Concerned that the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), a sovereign fund aimed at catalyzing private sector investments in Nigeria’s mining sector, has not made any significant investments in lithium mining;
     
    Resolves to:
     
    (i) urge the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to cause the creation of the Nigerian Lithium Production Agency in line with Part II Section 4(P) of the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 with the mandate to develop a vertically integrated lithium industry; create a roadmap for developing the infrastructure required by potential lithium mines in Nigeria and design the regulatory and legal framework governing the sector the framework aims to establish a lithium value chain policy that links mining approvals to significant investments in midstream and downstream segments of the value chain;
     
    (ii) also urge the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to request increased funding of the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency (NGSA) to enable it to carry out mineral site mapping and high-resolution airborne surveys, including radiometric and electromagnetic surveys, to accurately determine the quantity of lithium deposits in Nigeria;
     
    (iii) mandate the Committee on Solid Minerals Development to carry out an investigative audit of the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) account from 2015 to date.

Debate
Hon. Victor Obuzor moved the motion on the need to upscale the lithium industry and value chain as a catalyst to drive energy for sufficient and economic growth and it was seconded by Hon. Cyril Godwin.

Hon. Billy Osawaru proposed an amendment to prayer 3 limiting the timeframe of the referral to 4 weeks time to get back to the House for further legislative action. The motion was voted on, adopted as amended and referred to the House Committee on Solid Minerals Development.

12. Need for the Federal Government to Increase Budgetary Allocation to Nigeria’s Tobacco Control Fund.
    Hon. Bassey Akiba:
     
    The House:
     
    Notes that Section 8 of the National Tobacco Control Act 2015 provides that there shall be funding for the National Tobacco Control Committee to enforce compliance with the provisions of the Act, and such fund shall consist of monies from the budgetary allocation, subventions from the government, and/or donations from organizations whose mandates do not conflict with the provisions of the Act;
     
    Also notes that the Federal Government recently doubled its financial commitment to the Tobacco Control Fund from 4.7 million naira to 10 million naira in the 2024 Federal Budget, while this commitment is encouraging, 10 million naira is insufficient to meet the needs of the under-resourced Tobacco Control Fund, domiciled under the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare;
     
    Further notes Tobacco control is a government priority due to its significant impact on preventable death, including cancer, and its annual economic cost. It kills nearly 30 thousand Nigerians annually and shortens life expectancy by ten years, increases cardiovascular disease and stroke risks;
     
    Worried that Cigarette smoke contains 7,000 chemicals, and about 70 of them cause cancer. In addition, exposure to secondhand smoke increases heart attack risk in non-smokers by 60% and lung cancer risk by 30%, there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke;
     
    Aware that with the fund, the National Tobacco and other Ministries and Agencies responsible for the enforcement of the Act would be equipped to enforce the prohibition of smoking in public places to advertising, promotion, and sponsorship of tobacco products, graphic and pictorial health warning signs, and access to tobacco products for persons below the age of 18;
     
    Informed that the Agencies have been going about to ensure that tobacco companies comply with the graphic health warning signs as provided by the Act;
     
    Also aware that the budgetary allocation for tobacco control will address the needs of those Agencies of government so as not to depend on international donors or local NGOs, and the tobacco industry players;
     
    Further aware that with Nigeria’s frail health system there is a need to prioritize financing and control measures to prevent tobacco-related diseases, as consumption is a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases like respiratory illness, cardiovascular disorder, and cancer;
     
    Cognizant of the need for the Nigerian government to review tobacco control funding, earmarked from tobacco company taxes, and demonstrate genuine commitment to a sustainable approach in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria;
     
    Also cognizant of the need to increase budgetary allocation of the Nigeria’s Tobacco Control Fund to 100 million Naira to save lives and reduce healthcare expenses;
     
    Resolves to:
     
    (i) urge the Federal Government to increase budgetary allocation of the Nigeria Tobacco Control by 10% from last year’s budget of 10 million to 100 million in the 2025 budget estimates to enable it carry out its statutory functions effectively;
     
    (ii) also urge the Federal Ministry of Health to provide an update on the status of the Tobacco Control Fund, especially detailing the current balance, sources of money in the fund and details of previous spending from the fund;  
     
    (iii) further urge the Federal Ministry of Health to enforce compliance by tobacco companies;
     
    (iv) mandate the Committees on Healthcare Services, Appropriation, and Legislative Compliance to ensure implementation.

Debate
Hon. Bassey Akiba moved the motion on the need for the Federal Government to increase budgetary allocation to Nigeria’s Tobacco Control Fund and it was seconded by Hon. Khadija Ibrahim. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Healthcare Services, Appropriations as well as that on Legislative Compliance.

13. Combating Incessant Banditry, Cattle Rustling and Kidnapping in Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency of Sokoto State:
    Hon. Ibrahim Almustapha Aliyu:
     
    The House:
     
    Notes that the security of lives and properties in Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency, Sokoto State, is at risk due to rampant criminal activities, affecting education, business and the states potential.
     
    Also notes that in January 2024 armed bandits attacked Rakakar Fulani, Tumbulla, Gawon Fulani, Koliel, Arba, Kurya, and Gandhi in Rabah and Wurno Local Government Areas killing citizens and causing the death of the wife and two children of my Legislative Aide;
     
    Disturbed that on 10 March 2024 another bandit operation was unbridled at Kurya Village, leaving over 200 persons displaced, one dead, and another kidnapped, with several properties destroyed and numerous cattle rustled, creating huge distress to families;
     
    Also disturbed that the criminals carried out a follow-up attack in Sabaru village on March 10 and June 18, 2024 causing property destruction, motorcycle theft and battering of police officers.;
     
    Recalls that in an effort to curb these dastardly attacks in Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency, the 9th National Assembly passed a resolution to rehabilitate the Rabah-Bakura Road to curtail the frequency of these incidents,  unfortunately, the road was not rehabilitated, causing  continued criminal activities in the constituency;
     
    Regrets that in September 8, 2023, a massive attack in Sokoto East, including Rabah, sparked increased criminality, violence, and displacement, converting uncompleted structures into camps.
     
    Also regrets that over 1,200 people have been displaced in the last  two weeks due to increased bandit attacks, killings, and kidnappings in Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency, with 33 abducted in Gwaddodi, 11 in Maikujera Riji and 8 in Tsamiya;
     
    Cognizant that if nothing concrete or tactical is done to curb this menace, the security situation in the constituency would deteriorate, more lives and properties would be destroyed and eventually spread to the whole State;
     
    Resolves to:
     
    (i) observe a minute of silence for the repose of the deceased;
     
    (ii) urge the Chief of Army Staff and the Inspector General of Police to mobilise security personnel to the affected areas and establish FOB (Forward on Base) in Rara and Hutchi towns, Rabah, and Wurno Local Government Area, respectively;
     
    (iii) also urge the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide relief materials to the over 5,000 displaced victims in Gwaddodi, Maikujera Riji, T’samiya, Rara, Wurno, Gandi, Lugu, Dimniso communities in the two local government areas;
     
    (iv) mandate the Committee on Army, Police and National Security and Intelligence  and Emergency and Disaster Preparedness to ensure compliance.

Debate
Hon. Ibrahim Aliyu moved the motion on combatting incessant banditry, castle rustling and kidnapping in Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency of Sokoto state and it was seconded by Hon. Bukar Abdullahi. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Army, Police, National Security and Intelligence as well as that on National Emergency and Preparedness.

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CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS (HOUSE IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE) Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu Chaired:
 

14. A Bill for an Act to Amend the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation Act, 2023 to make the Corporation more effective, ensure its Independence and Autonomy in line with section 1(3) of the Principal Act, to bring it in line with current Realities and Best Practice and for Related Matters (SB. 277) (Senate) (Leader)
    (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) – Committee of the Whole: 26/11/2024.

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Ihonbvere stated that the Bill seeks to ensure the independence and autonomy of the corporation for its efficient regulation of the Insurance sector.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-8

15. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery, Obuoffia, Awkunanaw, Enugu and for Related Matters (HB. 671) (Leader) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) – Committee of the Whole: 20/12/2023.

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Ihonbvere stated that the Bill seeks the establishment of the college for knowledge gaining in the area of nursing and for the benefits of interested candidates living in and around Obuoffia, Awkunanaw, Enugu state. He urged Honorable Members to support it.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-39

16. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State and for Related Matters (SB.13) (Senate) (Leader) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) – Committee of the Whole: 4/12/2024.

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Ihonbvere stated that the Bill seeks the establishment of the proposed university for education in applied sciences for the benefit of those living in and around Kachia, Kaduna state. He urged Honorable Members to support if.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-28

17. A Bill for an Act to Repeal the National Examinations Council (NECO) (Establishment) Act, Cap. N37, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and Enact the National Examination Council (NECO) (Establishment) Act, 2024 to Provide for National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (Internal) (SSCE) (I) Compulsory for Every Nigerian Child, and to Design the Scope of the Powers and Functions of the Governing Board of the Council and for Related Matters (HB. 421) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader)– Committee of the Whole: 14/5/2024.

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Ihonbvere stated that the Bill seeks to ensure the efficiency of the education sector remains of prime standard, as that is of top-most priority, especially in conducting examinations and providing due certification.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-30

18. Committee on Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring:
    Hon. Boma Goodhead:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring on a Bill for an Act to Repeal the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Act No. 2, 2010 and Enact the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Act to Establish Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board and provide for Legal Framework, Structures and Programmes for the Strengthening of Nigerian Content in the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry and for Related Matters (HB.1039) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 19/11/2024).

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Francis Waive stated that the Bill seeks to provide the appropriate legal framework to ensure the Board performs optimally to guarantee the Nigerian interest is maintained and assured.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-185

19. Committee on Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring:
    Hon. Boma Goodhead:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring on a Bill for an Act to Enact the Nigerian Content (Non-Oil and Gas Sector) Development Bill to Establish Nigerian Content (Non-Oil and Gas Sector) Development Council and to provide for Programme Structure for the use of Nigerian Expertise, Made-in-Nigeria Goods and Services, Economic Diversification and for Related Matters (HB. 59) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 19/11/2024).

Consideration of the report deferred to another legislative date

20. Committee on Health Institutions:
    Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Health Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Amend Federal Medical Centres Act and to Establish Federal Medical Centre, Afam, Rivers State, and for Related Matters (HB. 1191) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid 28/11/2024).

Consideration of the report deferred to another legislative date

21. Committee on Health Institutions:
    Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Health Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Provide for Establishment of Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery, Ikosu, Moba Local Government Area, Ekiti State and for Related Matters (HB.782) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 23/10/2024).

Consideration of the report deferred to another legislative date

22. Committee on Health Institutions:
    Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Health Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Amend the Federal Medical Centres Act and Establish Federal Medical Centre, Osogbo, Osun State and for Related Matters (HB. 478) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 11/7/2024).

Consideration of the report deferred to another legislative date

23. Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions:
    Hon. Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Amend the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, Cap. A 12, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to make provision for the Establishment of National Institute for Oil Palm Research, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun  State and for Related Matters (HB 655) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 16/5/2024).

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Akeem Adeyemi stated that the Bill seeks to amend the Principal Act to establish the proposed National Institute for Oil Palm Research for development of knowledge in the practice of oil palm cultivation.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-3

24. Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions:
    Hon. Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Amend the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, Cap. A 12, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to make Provision for the Establishment of Federal College of Agriculture and Vocational Studies, Ako-Nike, Enugu State and for Related Matters (HB. 887) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 19/12/2023)

Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Akeem Adeyemi stated that the Bill also seeks to amend the Principal Act to establish the proposed Institution for the benefit and good on Nigerians living in around Ako-Nike region of Enugu state. He urged Honorable Members to support it.

Summary of voting
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-3

25. Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions:
    Hon. Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi:
    “That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions on a Bill for an Act to Establish Federal College of Agriculture, Agila, Benue State that shall provide full-time Courses of Agriculture, Teaching Instruction and Training in Sciences, Social Sciences, Commerce, Arts, Applied Sciences, Management and Humanities; and carry out Research, Innovation, Development and Adaptation of Teaching Techniques and for Related Matters 2024 (HB. 11) and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 31/10/2023).

Consideration of the report deferred to another legislative date

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HOUSE IN PLENARY:

The House reverted to plenary and adopted the report of the Committee of the Whole following a motion by Hon. Julius Ihonbvere and seconded by Hon. Kingsley Chinda.

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House Adjournment:
The House at 13:56 adjourned plenary to Thursday, December 5th, 2024 by 11:00 A.M following a motion for adjournment moved by the Leader of the House, Hon. Julius Ihonbvere and seconded by the Minority Leader, Hon. Kingsley Chinda.

Courtesy:
Media Unit, Office of the Speaker, House of Representatives.