At the National Assembly: Plenary, House of Reps Wed, Oct 23rd, 2024
The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen presided.
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, October 22nd, 2024.
PETITIONS:
- Hon. Jesse Onuakalusi laid 4 petitions on behalf of different complainants:
I. The first is against the Nigeria Airforce on alleged unlawful dismissal of the petitioner.
II. The second is against the United Bank for Africa on alleged breach of
personal data and opening an account without knowledge and consent.
III. The third is against the Nigeria AGIP Ltd on alleged refusal to pay due claims.
IV. The fourth is against the Nigeria Police for alleged non payment of entitlements. - A Member (no self introduction) laid a petition against the Police Academy on alleged unlawful dismissal from training before the due completion date.
- Hon. Abdullahi Balarabe laid a petition on behalf of a complainant against the Inspector General of Police, the Police Force and some Police Officers on alleged cruel and unjust murder of an individual.
- Hon. Matthew Nwogu laid 2 petitions on behalf of different complainants:
I. The first is against an Engineering company and Mortgage bank on an alleged breach of agreement.
II. The second is against the National Identity Management Commission for allegedly refusing to correct a mistake on his details that has hindered his acquisition of his International Passport. - A Member (name not captured due to frozen visual) laid a petition against the Chief Medical Director and the Chairman of Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital on alleged unlawful termination of contract and consequential loss of profit.
- Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi laid a petition on behalf of a complainant against the management of NAFDAC and its task force on alleged illegal detention, breach of privacy, giving false information to the media and biased investigation.
- Hon. Saidu Musa Abdullahi laid a petition on behalf of a complainant against the Ministry of Federal Capital Territory on alleged contract ambiguity.
All petitions were referred to the House Committee on Public Petitions
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE:
- Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi moved a motion on the need to address perennial flooding crisis in Ndokwa community of Delta state and it was seconded by Hon. Odudoh Alphonsus. Hon. Ezechi in leading the debate stated that the flooding has caused severe infrastructural damage that needs urgent rehabilitation. He stressed the impact it has had on the residents as the humanitarian crisis keeps escalating leading to food insecurity and much more.
Hon. Ezechi called on the National Emergency Management Agency, Ecological Fund and other related agencies to release necessary funds and materials in order to provide relief to the affected people. He further called on the House Committees on Environment, Water Resources and that on Disaster Management and Preparedness to ensure compliance. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committees on Environment, Disaster Management and Preparedness, Ecological Fund as well as that on Water Resources.
- Hon. Mansur Soro moved a motion on the need to address the unending national power grid collapse and the current blackout affecting the entire Northeastern and Northwestern region and it was seconded by Hon. Dagomie Abiante. Hon. Soro in leading the debate stressed the indispensibility of power to the livelihood of Nigerians and expressed worry at the continuous manner of the power outage in the regions despite the assurances of the Minister of Power. He called on the House Committee on Power to investigate the unending power grid collapse and that the House Committee on Legislative Compliance should ensure compliance.
Hon. Olumide Osoba proposed an amendment to ensure the House Committee on Power concludes its investigation and report back to the House within 3 weeks. The motion was voted on, adopted as amended and referred to the House Committee on Power.
- Hon. Anayo moved a motion on the need for Federal Government to urgently complete the dam in Aninri community in Enugu state and it was seconded by Hon. Uchenna Harris. Hon. Anayo in leading the debate stated that the dam when completed will aid irrigation of farmlands and ensure good agricultural produce. He however lamented that the rains have devastated a lot of farmlands as a result of flooding from the downstream river that should have been dammed, had the dam been completed on time.
He called on the National Emergency Management Agency to come to the aid of the affected communities. He also called for the speedy completion of the dam project to protect the communities from future catastrophes. Hon. Anayo called on the House Committee on Legislative Compliance to ensure compliance. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committees on Water Resources, Disaster Management and Preparedness as well as that on Climate Change.
PRESENTATION OF REPORTS:
- Report of the Conference Committee:
Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Conference Committee on a Bill for an Act to Provide for Establishment of Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko and for Related Matters”.
The report was laid following a motion by Hon. Fatoba Adesola.
- Report of the Conference Committee:
Hon. Muhammed Buba Jajere:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Conference Committee on a Bill for an Act to Domesticate and Enforce in Nigeria the International Convention against Doping in Sport, Establish the Nigeria Anti – Doping Centre to Implement Nigeria’s Obligations to the World Anti – Doping Code, International Standards and for Related Matters”.
The report was laid following a motion by Hon. Muhammed Jajere and seconded by Hon. Kabiru Amadu.
- Committee on Health Institutions:
Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
“That the House do receive 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, Ikole-Ekiti, Ekiti State and for Related Matters (HB.1037) (Referred:7/2/2024).
The report was laid following a motion by Hon. Amos Magaji and seconded by Hon. Muhammed Shehu.
- Committee on Health Institutions:
Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
“That the House do receive 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)” (Referred: 13/2/2024).
The report was laid following a motion by Hon. Amos Magaji and seconded by Hon. Muhammed Shehu.
- Committee on Health Institutions:
Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji:
“That the House do receive 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, Fagge, Kano State and for related Matters (HB. 94)” (Referred: 20/12/2023).
The report was laid following a motion by Hon. Amos Magaji and seconded by Hon. Muhammed Shehu.
BILLS:
- A Bill for an Act to Establish the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration, Ondo City, Ondo State and for Related Matters (SB.40) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Establish the Chartered Institute of Training and Development of Nigeria to Set Standards and Skills to be Attained by Individuals or Corporate Entities Seeking to Engage in Provisions of Capacity Development Services in Nigeria to ensure effective practice and for Related Matters (HB.1550) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Amend the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, Cap. A12, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to make provision for Establishment of Federal College of Agriculture, Ise, Ekiti State and for Related Matters (HB.52) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Amend the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, Cap. A12, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to make provision for establishment of Federal College of Agriculture, Misau, Bauchi State; and for Related Matters (HB. 486) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Amend the Federal Universities of Agriculture Act, Cap. F22, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Ako-Nike, Enugu State and for Related Matters (HB.530) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Amend the Criminal Code Act, Cap. C38, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to provide Stiffer Penalties to Selected Sections of the Act and for Related Matters (HB.151) – Third Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere moved for the third reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Ali Isa. The Bill was voted on, read for the third time and passed.
- A Bill for an Act to Repeal National Honours Act, Cap. N43 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and Nigerian National Merit Award Act, Cap. N122 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and Enact the Nigerian National Honours and Merit Award Commission to, among other things, Provide for Establishment of a Commission to Regulate Matters Related to National Honours and Merit Award in Nigeria and for Related Matters (HB.05) (Hon.Abbas Tajudeen and Hon. Babajimi Benson) – Second Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Babajimi Benson moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Aliyu Madaki. Hon. Benson in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks to amend 7 Sections of the Act and provide for the establishment of a Commission that will provide regulation of modalities for granting National Awards to ensure that well deserving Nigerians get the National Awards on merit. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs.
- A Bill for an Act to provide for Establishment of Federal University of Health Sciences, Dass, Bauchi State and for Related Matters (HB. 287) (Hon. Jafaru Gambo Leko) – Second Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Jafaru Leko moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Umaru Jeremiah. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Health Institutions.
- A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) to Provide for Increment in the Percentage of Revenue based on Derivative Principle accruing to the Federation Account directly from Natural Resources and for Related Matters (HB.1540) (Hon. Mark Udo Esset) – Second Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Mark Esset moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Murphy Ohiozojeh. Hon. Esset in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks to encourage all the states of the federation to harness and develop their natural and untapped resources to discourage over dependence on allocation from the Federal Government. He stated that it also seeks to ensure states can control their own peculiar security challenges. He urged Honorable Members to support it for the promotion of true independence and autonomy of states.
Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka in his contribution stated that he was hoping that the Bill will be referred to the Special Committee of the House on Constitutional Amendment where due justice can be done expeditiously. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the Special Committee of the House on the Review of the Constitution.
- A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) to create Isu/Njaba and Nkwerre/Ngwangele Federal Constituencies from the present Isul Njaba/Nkwerre/Nwangele Federal Constituency within Imo State; to Enhance Democratic Representation and Governance by ensuring that the Populations of these areas have adequate and Equitable Representation in the House of Representatives, to Address the Unique Socio–Political and Developmental Needs of the Isu, Njaba, Nkwerre, and Ngwangele Communities and for Related Matters (HB.1585) (Hon. Harrison Anozie Nwadike) – Second Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Harrison Nwadike moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Billy Osawaru. The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the Special Committee of the House on the Review of the Constitution as well as that on Electoral Matters.
- A Bill for an Act to Alter Section 162(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and for Related Matters (HB. 848) (Hon. Awaji – Iniombek D. Abiante and eight others) – Second Reading.
Debate:
Hon. Awaji Abiante moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi. Hon. Abiante in leading the debate stated that the Bill seeks to ensure a clearer national conscience and sense of being towards one another as Nigerians.
Hon. Aliyu Madaki in speaking against the Bill stated that the Section the Bill seeks to alter 162(2) is one that promotes national harmony and should not be altered, but should be left as it is.
Hon. Sada Soli called for better clarification on the need to alter the Section so Honorable Members can make more informed decisions. The Bill was then stepped down by leave of the House till another legislative date so that Honorable Members can study the aim of the Bill.
MOTIONS
- Need to Investigate the Abandoned Agbado–Isoye Water Scheme:
Hon. Isiaka Ayokunle Ibrahim:
The House:
Notes that the Agbado -Isoye Water Scheme as a regional water project conceptualized to compensate the people of Agbado; Oke-Aro Ibaragun, Akute Aj uwon, Isheri- Ojodu Wards in Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State from the World Bank assisted Lagos State Government Iju and Oke-Aro Water supply projects, both of which are sited and located in the four Wards;
Also notes that the Agbado Isoye water scheme was captured in 2006 Appropriation uncontroverted and awarded same year to Messrs O. Hara Construction Company Ltd, for the sum of N560, 000, 000, the project proceeded smoothly with the construction of massive industrial boreholes and ground water storage tanks but was abandoned by the Federal Government at 54.37% completion stage;
Worried at the high rate of abandoned federal government projects despite the huge investment without achieving any result;
Resolves to:
(i) urge the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation to activate the process of resumption of work at the site of the Agbado–Isoye Water Scheme;
(ii) mandate the Committee on Water Resources to investigate the cause of the abandoned Agbado–Isoye Water Scheme; and
(iii) also mandate the Committees on Water Resources and Appropriations to make provisions for the completion of the outstanding components of the Agbado–Isoye Water Scheme Project in the 2025 Budget estimates.
Debate:
Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka moved the motion on the need to investigate the abandoned Agbado–Isoye Water Scheme and it was seconded by Hon. Idem Unyime. The motion was voted on, adopted and referred to the House Committee on Water Resources as well as that on Appropriations.
- Need to Address the Progressive Decline in the Nigerian Sport Sector:
Hon. Kabiru Amadu:
The House:
Notes the glory and honour Nigeria experienced during the golden era of sports, where sports helped break down divisions and showcased the country’s best athletes;
Also notes the emergence of the legends in track and field events like the Ezinwa brothers, Seun Ogunkoya, Mary Onyali, and Chioma Ajunwa. Sule Lapido, the tennis player who made Nigeria proud;
Aware that the ’92-’98 National Football Team Class, including the ‘Atlanta 96 Dream Team’, achieved Olympic Gold in 1996, symbolizing Nigeria’s football dominance during that period;
Worried that for over two decades, Nigeria’s sports industry has declined significantly, with less progress in prominent African sports like basketball, boxing, football, and athletics, factors contributing to this decline include inadequate administration, mismanagement, and carelessness from officials, an example is the omission of Favour Offili from the 100meter event at the Olympics 2024 by yet to be identified Nigerian officials;
Concerned that Nigeria’s sports industry is weakened by talent loss to foreign countries, corruption, and demoralization, impacting selection of competitors for major tournaments and have negative impacts on the sports sector;
Also concerned that Nigeria, once a dominant force in track and field is now lagging behind Ghana, South Africa, and Cameroon in African and global championships. The country’s sports industry is degenerating, as seen in the 2024 Olympics games and the Super Eagles’ current World Cup qualifiers;
Worried that Nigerian athletes are demoralized and impacted by the decline of the sports sector, which has been a unifying factor in the country, issues such as inadequate infrastructure, poor funding, and governance hinder growth and performance, leading some athletes to defect or give up on their careers;
Resolves to:
(i) urge the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Nigeria’s Sports sector to address the challenges and revitalize the Industry;
(ii) Also urge the Federal Ministry of Sports to allocate adequate funds towards the development of sports infrastructure, athlete welfare and grassroots programs to ensure sustainable growth in the Industry; and
(iii) mandate the Committee on Sports to investigate the decay of the Nigerian Sports Sector and propose necessary reforms required to rescue and rejuvenate Nigeria’s Sports Sector for the benefit of athletes, stakeholders and the nation and report within four (4) weeks for further legislative action.
Debate:
Hon. Kabiru Amadu moved the motion on the need to address the progressive decline in the Nigerian sport sector and it was seconded by Hon. Dagomie Abiante.
Hon. Mohammed Anka proposed an amendment to prayer 2 to call on the Ministry of Sports to propose the need for more funds and that the Ministry of Finance should ensure the provision of such funds. He also proposed a new prayer calling on the House Committee on Appropriations as well as that on Planning to make necessary provisions for the purpose. The motion was voted on, adopted as amended and referred to the House Committee on Sports, Appropriations as well as that on Planning.
- Need to Revoke the Contract Work on Numan – Jalingo Road:
Hon. Sadiq Abbass Tafida:
The House:
Notes that Numan/Jalingo Road is a trunk ‘A’ Federal Government Road that links most of the cities in the north with the eastern parts of Nigeria;
Also notes that in 2017, the construction of the road was awarded to DEUX Project Nig. Ltd for eleven billion naira (N11,000,000,000.00) with a completion timeline of twenty (20) months by the Muhammadu Buhari administration, but no progress has been made at the site in seven years;
Aware that in 2022, during a visit to the site, the former Honourable Minister of State, Works, and Housing, Hon. Mư’azu Sambo, stated that the Federal Government had allocated three billion naira (N3,000,000,000.00) to continue the project, attributing the delay to COVID-19. but progress remains slow for over 30 months;
Concerned that the contractor gave a conflicting the information of the former Honourable Minister, stating that one billion and five hundred thousand naira (N1,500,000,000.00) had been disbursed for the project and citing security challenges as hindrances to progress;
Worried that conflicting reasons have not been resolved, and Contractor Deux Project Nig. Ltd. lacks necessary capacity for continued construction work, leading to excuses;
Disturbed that bandits, armed robbers and kidnappers have taken advantage of the deplorable situation of the road and turned the area to a permanent hub for criminal activities;
Cognizant of the need for the Federal Government to prioritize development of the Numan/Jalingo road to enhance commercial activities;
Resolves to:
(i) urge the Federal Ministry of Works to recommend the revocation of the contract from Deux Project Nig. Ltd and re-award the contract to competent contractor;
(ii) also urge the Federal Ministry of Works to make provision for the contract in the 2025 budget estimates;
(iii) mandate the Committee on Works to invite the Hon. Minister of Works to clarify the position of the contract and report within four (4) weeks for further legislative action.
Debate:
Hon. Sadiq Tafida moved the motion on the need to revoke the contract work on Numan – Jalingo road and it was seconded by Hon. Bello Ambarura.
Hon. Dagomie Abiante proposed an amendment to delete prayers 1 and 2 of the motion and urge the House Committee on Works to investigate the issues surrounding the contract and report back to the House in 3 weeks. The motion was voted on, adopted as amended and referred to the House Committee on Works.
- Need to Strengthen Lassa Fever Emergency Response Corridor to Curtail Incidence and Fatality of the Disease Outbreak in Nigeria:
Hon. Marcus Onobun:
The House:
Notes that Lassa Fever is a deadly communicable disease ravaging rural communities in Nigeria, especially in recent times;
Also notes that the incidence of the diseases is predominately amongst rural dwellers who have little or no access to modern health facilities and lack basic information on the mode of spread of the disease;
Aware that the incubation period of the disease is short; therefore, a quick response is needed to curtail its spread and fatality in the event of an outbreak;
Also aware that there are a total of 21 treatment centres across seventeen (17) States in Nigeria with the capacity to manage cases of Lassa Fever infection, but only five laboratories in the country have the capacity to diagnose Lassa Fever in Nigeria, including Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital (ISTH), Edo State; National Reference Laboratory, Gaduwa, FCT, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH); Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki, Ebonyi State; and Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State;
Further aware that in a recent report released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), a total of 142 deaths have been reported with a case fatality rate of 18.5% from weeks 1 to 11 of 2024, 27 States recorded at least one confirmed Lassa Fever case across 123 local government areas so far in 2024, similarly, 62% of all confirmed Lassa Fever cases were reported from Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi States, while 38% were reported from 24 States;
Worried that a case fatality rate of 18.5% for Lassa Fever calls for serious concern, especially around the diagnosis and reporting, which has led to increased fatality;
Resolves to:
(i) urge the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Development to establish at least one Lassa Fever diagnosis centre across the six geopolitical zones;
(ii) also urge the Ministry of Health and Social Development through its Departments and Agencies, to increase sensitization on the dangers of Lassa Fever and the need to keep clean environments to keep away the vectors of the Lassa Fever virus;
(iii) mandate the Committee on Healthcare Services to ensure compliance.
The motion stepped down by leave of the House.
CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS (HOUSE IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE) Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu Chaired:
- A Bill for an Act to provide for Establishment of Federal University of Technology, Ilaro to make Comprehensive Provisions for its Due Management and Administration and for Related Matters (SB. 345) – (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader) – Committee of the Whole:16/10/2024.
Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Inonbvere stated that the Bill seeks to establish the Federal University to provide for training in technology and skill development for people living in the region. He urged Honorable Members to support it.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-30.
- A Bill for an Act to Establish the National Youth Service Corps Fund to Provide a Sustainable Source of Fund for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Skill Acquisition, Training and Empowerment of Corps Members, Training and Retraining of the Personnel of the NYSC, Development of Camps and NYSC Formations and Facilities and for Related Matters (HB.1975) – (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader) – Committee of the Whole:
Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Inonbvere stated that the Bill seeks to address scarcity of fund In camping Corp members of the NYSC and ensure their facilitators are adequately trained and equipped. He urged Honorable Members to support it.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-26
- A Bill for an Act to Prevent, Prohibit and Redress Sexual Harassment of Students in Tertiary Educational Institutions and for Related Matters (HB.1598) – (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader) – Committee of the Whole:18/10/2024.
Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Inonbvere stated that the Bill seeks to protect both genders of students in tertiary institutions and he urged Honorable Members to support it. The presiding Chairman stated that some wordings in some of the clauses are too graphic and not in line with legal drafting.
Hon.Tolulope Sadie as well as Hon. Akin Rotimi stated that the Bill was drafted in that manner so that offenders cannot hide under ambiguity.
Hon. Solomon Bob however agreed with the Presiding Chairman that the Bill should be stepped down momentarily to clean it up and be resubmitted for consideration.
Consideration of the report was then stepped down by leave of the House.
- A Bill for an Act to Establish the Federal College of Education, (Technical), Gwaram, Jigawa State, to Provide Full-Time Courses in Education, Applied Sciences, Instruction and Training in Technology, Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities and Management, and other Fields of Related Study, and to Carry out Research in Development and Adaptation of Techniques, and also make provisions for the General Administration of the College and for Related Matters (HB.1384) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader)– Committee of the Whole:9/11/2023
Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Inonbvere stated that the Bill also seeks to establish the Federal College of Education for training in technology and skill development for people living in the region. He urged Honorable Members to support it.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-27
- A Bill for an Act to Establish the Institute of Chartered Trustees of Nigeria (ICTN) Charged with the Responsibility of Regulating and Promoting the Practice of Trusteeship including the Registration and Discipline of its Members and for Related Matters (HB.714) (Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Owan Federal Constituency) (Leader)– Committee of the Whole:9/11/2023
Synopsis of the report:
Hon. Julius Inonbvere praised the timeliness of the Bill to ensure those who engage in trusteeship are well advised and informed for the safety of all parties involved.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-26
The Presiding Chairman called on all Chairmen of House Committees to attach the repertoire of the Public Hearings on their Bills to their reports when laying them before the House. This he stated is in order to avoid Bills moving straight from second reading to the Committee of the Whole.
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. George Ozodinobi.
House Adjournment:
The House at 13:29 adjourned plenary to Thursday, October 24th, 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 Deputy Minority Whip, Hon. George Ozodinobi.
Courtesy: LightRay! Media and Media Unit, Office of the Speaker House of Representatives.
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