All members-elect of the House of Representatives should accept the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) zoning plan for the leadership, according to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
This was said by him on Saturday during a visit from Tajudeen Abbas, the APC’s nominated candidate for Speaker, and Benjamin Kalu, the party’s choice for Deputy Speaker.
Sanwo-Olu instructed Abbas and Kalu to continue their political activities and consultations with each Green Chamber member while they were there.
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The governor emphasized that the lawmakers have the ability to lead the House of Representatives while advising them to make sure their consultations are comprehensive, transparent, and inclusive.
The candidates, he continued, want to work with the new Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to enhance security, develop the economy, and make life better for the populace.
Sanwo-Olu, however, insisted that the National Assembly’s leadership must accurately represent the country’s actual federal structure and political variety.
He said: “Here today, I have seen diverse political parties and representatives from all regions coming together to work as a team in electing the speaker. I urge you not to stop at this; you should further deepen your engagement and extend the hand of comradeship to every member.
“I have observed that despite having the support of the party, you are not resting on your oars and taking anything to chance. I urge you to ensure that your engagement is total, transparent, and inclusive.
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“Other aspirants are eminently qualified to do the same engagement. They are known to us and they will be brought to the room for conversation. Our wish is to ensure that the position of the party is respected and adopted in the Green Chamber when the House convenes.
“I have read about the Speaker and Deputy Speaker aspirants. Your pedigree and resume speak to excellence. I believe you have what it takes to lead the House of 360 members from diverse backgrounds so that we can have purposeful executive-legislative engagement and bring about meaningful dividends of democracy to our countrymen.
“At the end of the day, your aspiration is not about you or your colleagues in the chamber but about Nigerians. The objective must be about joining forces with the incoming administration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to make life better for the people, improve the economy and strengthen security. Greatest good must be achieved for the greatest number.”
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The governor of Lagos was visited by Abbas and Kalu to solicit his support in their bid to lead the 10th House of Representatives, according to earlier news reports.
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