The 8th Kogi State House of Assembly, declared that it has considered and deliberated on no fewer than 57 bills and adopted 68 motions within two legislative years.
The speaker of the Assembly, Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, disclosed this during the House plenary marking the end of the second legislative session of the current Assembly in the state.
He noted that 39 bills were considered in the first session and 18 in the second adding that they include 19 private member bills and 37 executive bills, reflecting both their initiative and collaboration with the executive arm of government to ensure accelerated development of the state.
“Alongside this, we have adopted 68 motions, considered 30 reports, and processed 26 public petitions, each reflecting our deep engagement with the aspirations and concerns of our constituents. The resolutions adopted and issued by this Honourable House totalled an impressive 236 over the two sessions.
“These resolutions speak to the tangible outcomes of our debates, investigations, and oversight responsibilities. Moreover, we have confirmed 87 public officers, reinforcing our constitutional role in checks and balances. These numbers are not just statistics, they are a testament to our commitment to service, transparency and progress”.
The Kogi speaker assured that the current Assembly is committed to focusing on legislative efforts that bring real relief and improvements to the lives of Kogi citizens.
Yusuf said, “That is why we remain vigilant and proactive in addressing issues that enhance the well-being of our people. You may recall that shortly after assuming office, the very first law enacted by this House was the Bill to establish Kogi State University, Kabba, along with related provisions in 2023.
“Today, by the grace of God, that institution is on the verge of graduating its first set of students, an achievement that brings pride not only to Kogi State but to the entire nation. This significant achievement serves as clear evidence to the positive impact of this Assembly on the education sector.
“Additionally, our commitment to education is reflected in the ongoing provision of free education across Kogi, as well as the repeal and re-enactment of the state scholarship law, which has ensured that students of Kogi origin in tertiary institutions receive bursaries with ease and full accessibility. As we celebrate this milestone, we are reminded that our journey is ongoing.”
He pointed out that the Assembly remains committed to upholding the principles of transparency, accountability, and service.
