The Director General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Prof. Ayo Omotayo, has restated the crucial need for Nigeria to establish a national focus to foster growth and development.
Omotayo stressed that every effort by lawmakers and staff of the National Assembly should be aligned with the objective of advancing the nation.
Speaking at a retreat organized by the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for both the National Assembly and the State House of Assembly Service Commission, Omotayo underscored the importance of personal responsibility in achieving this national focus.
“If we are going to have a better society, every individual in Nigeria must carry a personal responsibility and pursue a national focus,” said Omotayo.
He urged individuals to think about the kind of Nigeria they aspire to build, emphasizing that the responsibility doesn’t lie solely with the government but with every citizen.
Omotayo also pointed out that the journey towards a better society in Nigeria might be a long one, but personal responsibility and a national focus are essential to turning the country’s fortunes around.
In his address, Senate President Godswill Akpabio stated that the 10th Assembly would prioritize staff welfare and support the training, retraining, and capacity building of staff. He emphasized the assembly’s commitment not only to making and amending laws but also to empowering the people.
The Executive Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Engr Ahmed Kadi Amshi, expressed concerns about the State Assembly Service Commissions and their operations. The conference, organized in partnership with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Consultancy Services, aimed to foster mutual understanding and cooperation among various state commissions.
The Clerk of the National Assembly, Sani Magaji Tambawal, emphasized the importance of a strong bureaucracy in the effective functioning of legislative bodies. He also highlighted the need for excellent parliamentary service to support a healthy democracy and mentioned the ongoing shift towards e-parliament as part of preparing for the future.
