The newly-elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, says the 10th National Assembly will introduce legislation to promote entrepreneurship and support small and medium-scale enterprises.
TheCable reported that Abbas, in his inaugural speech on Tuesday, pledged to work closely and inter-dependently with the executive and judiciary to give Nigerians the good governance they deserve.
The Speaker while calling for teamwork among his colleagues, emphasized that under his watch, the House of Representatives would promote bills that will significantly impact positively on the livelihood of Nigerians, diversify our economy, and provide sustainable employment opportunities.
“Through legislation, 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.”
