Tag: Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila

Gbajabiamila Explains: How my security aide killed a newspaper vendor

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

Speaker of the House of Representatives Femi Gbajabiamila on Friday admitted that his security guards killed one of the citizens who obstructed his convoy at the Eagles Square, Abuja on Thursday. Mr. Gbajabiamila said he was distraught by the incident and had immediately suspended the officer involved and asked police to thoroughly investigate it to bring justice to the family of Ifeanyichukwu Elechi. A video surfaced on Thursday showing a man who was shot by a police officer at Eagles Square, a few meters away from the parliament. Mr. Gbajabiamila, who affirmed…

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Gbajabiamila salutes Tinubu @ 68

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has paid glowing tributes to the national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 68th birthday. Gbajabiamila, who said Tinubu has been serving humanity diligently and tirelessly in the last 68 years on earth, noted that having the former Lagos State governor in the country is a tremendous blessing to the citizens.In a birthday message he signed, the Speaker said Tinubu’s belief in democratic tenets is unparalleled, and his democratic credentials are unprecedented and…

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House of Reps will remain hope of the common man -Gbajabiamila

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has said that the House under him would continue to champion the rights of the weak and poor Nigerians.Gbajabiamila said being elected by the people, it is incumbent on members of the House as representatives of the citizens, to anchor the wellbeing of the people.Gbajabiamila spoke at the inauguration of the Nigeria National Group of the Parliamentarians for Global Action (NNG-PGA) chaired by Rep. Abdulrazak Sa’ad Namdas.Gbajabiamila, who expressed delight that this is the first time that the NNG would…

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Hope rises for PIGB as Gbajabiamila gives June deadline

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives. Rep Femi Gbajabiamila has said that the House would do all it can to pass the Petroleum Industry Governance Bill (PIGB) before the end of June. Gbajabiamila said the PIGB is on the front burner of the House, hence the members of the Green Chamber would commence the process of its passage soon. He said although PIGB has been in the National Assembly for years, the current 9th Assembly is committed to putting it to rest. He told a delegation of the Experts…

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Focus on what’s good for Nigeria, Gbajabiamila tells journalists

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has challenged Nigerian journalists to always focus reportage on what is good for Nigeria. Gbajabiamila said the press is an integral part of the country’s democracy, hence the need for media practitioners to double-check their facts and ensure they are fair and balanced before going to press.  He said if the Nigerian democracy fails due to false press, it would affect all citizens, noting that it would cost nothing for journalists to be ethical and diligent in their work. Receiving…

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We’re committed to Diaspora voting – Gbajabiamila

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has assured that the 9th House is committed to the issue of Diaspora voting. Gbajabiamila said millions of Nigerians who strive to make a living outside the country “have as much a stake in the present and future of Nigeria as those of us who live here.” He noted that after years of struggle on the issue of Diaspora voting, “there appears to be light at the end of the tunnel” under the current National Assembly. Gbajabiamila spoke at a…

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Gbajabiamila felicitates with el-Rufai at 60

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has felicitated with the Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai on his 60th birthday. The Speaker described el-Rufai as a visionary leader whose main preoccupation is to make Kaduna State great. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said el-Rufai’s 60 years on earth has been for service to humanity. “The Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai comes across as a highly patriotic Nigerian, whose contributions to nation building are…

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Gbajabiamila pledges Reps cooperation with Red Cross on IDPs

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has said that the House would collaborate with the International Committee on Red Cross (ICRC) to ameliorate the sufferings of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the country. ‎Gbajabiamila also said the House would follow the necessary steps to domesticate the Kampala Convention on IDPs, which would go a long way in addressing their plight. He spoke when he hosted a team of the ICRC led by the head of the organisation in Nigeria, Mr Eloi Fillion, on Thursday in Abuja.…

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House of Reps pledges partnership with Nollywood

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The House of Representatives will partner with the Nigerian film industry to make it perform optimally and boost government’s revenue, the Speaker of the House Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has said. Gbajabiamila said the Nigerian film industry has come a long way and that all well-meaning Nigerians, especially governments at all levels, should support it for the betterment of the country. Describing the Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, as a very critical industry, Gbajabiamila said he has been fascinated and impressed by the output of the industry over the…

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Christmas: Gbajabiamila urges prayers for continuous unity, peace among Nigerians

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has urged Nigerians, especially Christian faithful, to offer special prayers for the continuous unity and peaceful coexistence among the citizens.Gbajabiamila also urged Christians to use the occasion for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ to pray for the country to overcome her challenges, including insecurity in some parts of the country.In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker congratulated Nigerian Christians for marking this year’s Christmas.Gbajabiamila said this is a time…

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Gbajabiamila greets Buhari at 77

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep Femi Gbajabiamila has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his 77th birthday.The Speaker in a congratulatory message he signed in Abuja wished the President continued good health, wisdom and God’s protection.“I wish to felicitate with the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, on his 77th Birthday.“Mr President Sir, your journey on earth has been full of blessings not only to the members of your immediate family but to Nigeria and Nigerians as a…

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Gbajabiamila promises to prioritize education

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila on Sunday in Lagos warned students to avoid regrets in the future by staying away from hard drugs and truancy in school.According to Gbajabiamila, who spoke during a Health and Education initiative for students in Surulere 1 Federal Constituency, organized by some of his Aides and other professionals under the aegis of the Gbaja Professional Volunteer Network (GPVN), the need to take education seriously cannot be overemphasized. The initiative, which is a continuous exercise designed to go round the country was…

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Gbajabiamila tasks NCC on SIM cards’ registration

Yemi Thomas, Entertainment Editor

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has tasked the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) to ensure the registration of all SIM cards in the country.The Speaker said unregistered SIM cards have high-security risks, which should be taken seriously by the commission.Speaking during a courtesy call by the management of the commission in his office on Wednesday in Abuja, Gbajabiamila said the House was ready to support the commission through adequate funding for effectiveness and efficiency.Describing communication as the bedrock of any society, Gbajabiamila said Nigeria has “to…

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Lagos Fire outbreak: Gbajabiamila sympathises with traders at Balogun Market

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has sympathised with traders and shop owners at the popular Balogun Market, Idumota, Lagos over the fire outbreak that occurred at the market on Tuesday.The Speaker said the fire incident, which affected two-storey buildings at No. 43, Martins Street, in the market where property worth millions of naira were lost, was unfortunate.In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said it was painful that traders and shop owners, who were carrying out their…

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Gbajabiamila leads Reps delegation to Japan

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila will on Wednesday lead a delegation of the House on a visit to Japan.The visit, which will last from November 6 to 11, is based on an invitation extended to the Speaker by the Japanese House of Representatives.The visit is to facilitate an exchange between the Nigerian House of Representatives and its Japanese counterpart and further foster friendly relations and mutual understanding between the two countries.During the visit, the Speaker, accompanied by some members of the House, is expected to…

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Buhari’s victory is a victory for democracy, says Gbajabiamila

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The Speaker of the House of the Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has described the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the Supreme Court as a victory for democracy.  Gbajabiamila, who said though the victory of the President at the February presidential polls was never in doubt, however, expressed his appreciation of the final victory, whereby Nigerian democracy was tested by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar.  In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said, “I want to…

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Gbajabiamila leads Nigerian delegation to Commonwealth Parliamentary conference

Benjamin Chukwudaalu, Political Reporter

Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila is leading the Nigerian delegation to the 50th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), Africa Region, Conference taking place in Zanzibar, Tanzania from September 1. Members of the Nigerian delegation include the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege and lawmakers from both chambers of the National Assembly. The 50th Conference, with the theme ‘E-Parliament: Seamless Platform for Facilitating Democracy’ will feature discussions at plenary sessions on different categories such as ‘Parliamentary Affairs: The use of ICT in strengthening public involvement in the…

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