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Nigerian House Of Representatives Addresses Criticism Over Expanding Number Of 134 Standing Committees
Nigerian House Of Representatives Addresses Criticism Over Expanding Number Of 134 Standing Committees....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The House of Representatives has taken steps to address public criticism surrounding its continually growing number of standing committees, which have now reached 134, despite ongoing economic challenges in the country.
Appointed by Speaker Rep. Tajudeen Abbas in June, these 134 committees were entrusted with managing the affairs of the 10th House of Representatives.
In response to concerns, Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Rep. Akin Rotimi, defended the house’s actions during a discussion with the House of Reps Press Corps in Abuja.
Rotimi acknowledged worries about the potential duplication of functions among the committees but emphasized that the 10th assembly’s approach differed from previous ones.
Under former Speaker Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila, the ninth assembly had 109 standing committees, and former Speaker Yakubu Dogara established 96 such committees in the eighth assembly. In the seventh assembly, there were 89.
However, during the 10th assembly under Speaker Abbas, the number of standing committees had surged to 134.
Some Nigerians have expressed concerns about what they perceive as an excessive number of committees, particularly in light of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to reducing the cost of governance, especially amid rising fuel prices and associated economic challenges.
Rotimi, who also serves as the house’s spokesperson, stressed that the speaker’s decision to establish 134 standing committees was well-considered. He further pledged to maintain the house’s weekly press briefings with parliamentary reporters, underscoring the importance of transparency in the leadership of the 10th assembly.
Additionally, Rotimi highlighted the legislative achievements of the house, including the processing of bills and motions, with over 300 motions considered and approximately 1,800 bills at various stages of progress.
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An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Senator Abubakar Yusuf, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure victory in the 2027 presidential election, despite what he described as the current government’s underwhelming performance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, the former federal lawmaker argued that Tinubu’s re-election is likely because the opposition lacks unity and cannot mount a strong challenge.
He said he does not expect opposition politicians to come together in a way that could threaten the president’s chances.
According to him, “APC will win in 2027, not because President Tinubu has done well, but because there is no opposition. There is no challenge in the opposition. Individually, they are very credible, but as a team, I don’t see them working together. Tinubu will more likely win in the 2027 election.”
Yusuf added that the ruling party is not worried about the opposition due to its fragmented nature.
However, he cautioned President Tinubu against relying heavily on APC governors for electoral support, warning that many of them may not have strong grassroots popularity.
He also warned that internal disagreements within the party, especially over candidate selection, could trigger serious conflicts and weaken the APC if not properly handled.
“APC is not jittery because we don’t have a challenge. What we should worry about is an intra-party crisis. There may be implosions if care is not taken. If they insist on an automatic ticket, they will lose many members to other parties. There will be implosions if they refuse to allow free and fair elections,” he said.
Yusuf further advised the president not to overestimate the influence of some governors, adding that several of them are not widely popular among voters.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned that several parts of the country may experience thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible disruptions to daily activities on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a weather update shared on Sunday via its official X handle, NiMet said the day is expected to begin with hot and sunny conditions in many areas before changing later.
In the North, morning heat is expected to give way to isolated thunderstorms later in the day, with places like Taraba likely to experience brief storms and gusty winds.
For the North-Central region, the agency predicted a warm and calm start, followed by possible thunderstorms and rainfall in some states, while others may experience strong winds. Affected areas may include Niger, Kwara, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, and the Federal Capital Territory.
In the South, more intense storm activity is expected as the day progresses, with states such as Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Enugu, Anambra, Rivers, and Delta likely to see rain, lightning, and possible disruption to outdoor activities.
NiMet advised residents to take precautions, including securing loose items that could be affected by strong winds and avoiding unnecessary travel during heavy rain due to reduced visibility and slippery roads.
It also warned against staying in flood-prone areas during rainfall and urged people to seek safe shelter during lightning activity.
Airlines were also advised to obtain regular weather updates from NiMet offices to ensure safe flight operations.
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