The Nasarawa State House of Assembly, says it passed 59 bills and 47 resolutions in the last four years.
Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Speaker of the House, stated this during the 6th Assembly valedictory session on Wednesday in Lafia.
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He said that the bills and resolutions passed had direct bearing on the lives of the people of the state.
“The 59 bills passed were made up of 50 Executive bills and 9 private member bills. We also passed 47 resolutions during the period,” he said.
He noted that the achievements of the House and that of the state government were followed the good working relationship between the legislature and the executive in the state.
“Hon. members, let me also in a very special way appreciate all of you for the wonderful co-operation which you gave me in the past four years,” he added.
The Speaker appreciated Gov. Abdullahi Sule for the support he gave to the House in the last four years.
“I want to thank the state government for providing us with funds to actualize the goals. The hallowed chamber of the legislature was renovated and fitted with state-of-the art equipment. As it is, the State Assembly Chamber stands out as one of the best in the country.
“The Office of the Rt. Hon Speaker and the Executive Room were refurbished and equipped to meet daily administrative and legislative duties,” he said.
He also commended the traditional rulers across the state for working tirelessly to complement the efforts of the various arms of government to foster peace and harmony in their communities.
The Speaker said that his administration initiated deliberate policy of dialogue with the Executive arm of government with the view of absorbing casual staff working in the House into core civil service.
“I am happy to note that the process of engaging them as permanent and pensionable employees have nearly been finalized following the approval of the governor.
“I also want to add that the House under my watch cleared all the wardrobe allowances due to staff of the legislature,” he said.
The Speaker urged the staff of the assembly to appreciate his efforts by being loyal and dedicated to their duties.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that members, during the valedictory session, showered encomiums on the Speaker for his leadership qualities and prayed God to bless him abundantly.
They also sought for forgiveness among themselves, people of their constituents and the state at large even as they shared in their experiences at the House. (NAN)