The recently elected speaker of the House of Representatives (reps), Tajudeen Abbas said the 10th National Assembly would adopt legislation to foster entrepreneurship and help small and medium-sized businesses.
In his inauguration address on Tuesday, Abbas committed to work closely and collaboratively with the administration and judiciary to provide Nigerians with the good governance they deserve.
Abbas stated that the House of Representatives, under his leadership, would advocate proposals to improve residents’ lives, promote social justice, and propel sustainable development.
“Through legislations, the 10th House will promote entrepreneurship and support small and medium-scale enterprises. We shall diversify our economy and provide sustainable employment opportunities for our youth.
“We are aware of the challenges in our education, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors amongst others,” Abbas said.
“We will work in harmony with the executive arm, while upholding principles of checks and balances. Our collaboration will be anchored on the principles of transparency, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.
“Honourable Colleagues, may I remind all of us that we hold our respective offices in trust for the Nigerian people. We MUST, therefore, justify the confidence reposed in us by our constituents to represent their interests and work committedly for our dear nation.
“Working closely with my deputy, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, we shall provide purposeful leadership in the 10th House of Representatives.
“My dear colleagues, I invite you all to be on board for the next four years as we embark on this Nigerian Project to RENEW the HOPE of our people.”
