President Bola Tinubu has constituted a reconciliation committee for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, appointing the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas as chairman. The appointment marks the second time President Tinubu has entrusted the Speaker with leading a high level reconciliation effort within the ruling party. About four months […]
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas has dismissed claims that he failed to account for ₦18.6 billion allegedly connected to the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) headquarters building project. The allegation, circulated by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), suggested that the Speaker had questions to answer regarding the funding of the […]
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen, Abbas has congratulated the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, on his 62nd birthday. In a message in Abuja Friday, the Speaker described Komolafe as “a reformer in the petroleum sector and an inspiration to public officers.” Abbas commended the NUPRC […]
By Msugh Ityokura The Speaker, House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas wants President Bola Tinubu to be decisive on the power sector, calling for reforms in the mining sector. Abbas who spoke at the joint session of the National Assembly, NASS with the president for democracy day celebration stated that the hous will soon commence a […]
By Msugh Ityokura The Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas Monday, inaugurated an Ad-hoc committee of the House to investigate the implementation and remittance of a five per cent user charge for road maintenance under the provisions of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, FERMA (Amendment) Act, 2007. The House had on 19th March considered a […]
By Msugh Ityokura The Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas has called for the adoption of community based initiatives to address the level of poverty in the country. The activation of grassroots oriented policies the speaker noted will go a long way in tackling the challenges of social inequality across the country. Abbas spoke Wednesday, […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas has said Nigeria’s democracy must be measured by how, critical stakeholders in the nation are involved in the processes. Addressing a group of Social Media influencers, most of whom, Youth, at the National Assembly on Monday, the Speaker highlighted the importance of teeming […]
…announces establishment of modern orphanage, 7 Federal Institutions in Zaria By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas, has disbursed a total of N5bn, as scholarships to 30,000 students from the North-West geopolitical zone, studying at various tertiary institutions. Out of 30,000 beneficiaries, 7,000 were drawn from Kaduna State, while the […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has enjoined Christians to imbibe the sacrificial life of Jesus Christ. He urged Nigerians to love one another irrespective of tribe, religion, and socioeconomic status. While congratulating Christians on the successful completion of the Lent season, the Speaker said the Easter celebration should […]
…as NOUN confers honorary doctorate on Speaker, Adesina By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has called for urgent reforms of the education sector in Nigeria, stressing that the teeming youth population must be educated and empowered. While listing the challenges, facing educational institutions, the Speaker noted that tackling them […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has condemned, in the strongest terms, the recent attacks on Ruwi, Manguna, Daffo, Josho and Hurti communities in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The reported attacks claimed many lives, with scores injured, mostly women and children. The Speaker specifically expressed […]
…applauds adoption of House’s initiative by States, LGAs By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has charged the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly to make legislative moves towards addressing hunger and malnutrition in Nigeria, saying food insecurity is one of the major challenges facing the country. Addressing the […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasised the need to empower women from childhood, saying they are critical to the development of any nation. He therefore, called for their deployment at the forefront when executing developmental projects and programmes. Speaker Abbas said he has been leading campaigns for […]
By Msugh Ityokura The speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas said Tuesday, in Abuja that security has been a major challenge bedeviling Nigeria He recounted the loss of human lives and materials arising from banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, oil and solid minerals theft, insurgency among others. These he noted have had the combined effect of […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tajudeen Abbas has stated that Nigeria does not need passive observers but thinkers and builders to drive the country’s growth and development. Speaker Abbas also said the youth, whom he described as ‘invaluable assets,’ are best positioned to cause positive changes to the country, especially […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has called for more support and cooperation for the Nigerian Armed Forces in their efforts to ensure safety of lives and property in the country. Speaker Abbas said as Nigerians remember the fallen heroes of the Armed Forces, the Government will continue to […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Tanudeen Abbas has expressed sadness over the death of Alhaji Abdu Ahmed, who held the traditional title of Bebejin Zazzau. The late Alhaji Ahmed Abdu passed away on Sunday, aged 65. In a press statement issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa […]
By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas has urged Nigerians to renew their hopes for the upcoming year 2025. Speaker Abbas expressed optimism that improvements will be seen in the new year, emphasizing the importance of Nigerians remaining steadfast and supporting their leaders at all levels. He said despite existing […]
…as Speaker charges stakeholders at 14th Al-Hikmah varsity convocation lecture By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas has stressed urgent need for Nigeria to diversify the oil-dependent economy, warning that a further delay poses more challenges ahead for the country. Speaker Abbas called for deliberate and collective efforts by all […]
..commends contractors handling projects in the old city By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas has revealed the Federal Government’s readiness to establish four new institutions in Zaria, Kaduna State, including a Federal College of Education, a state-of-the-art College of Health Sciences, National Open University campus, and a College of […]