9 Bills Passed, 20 Motions Resolved as Kwara 10th Assembly Marks 1st Anniversary
The 10th Kwara State House of Assembly today, clocks a year, marking a significant milestone in legislative achievements of the State parliament. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Engr. Yakubu Danladi Salihu reflected on the Assembly’s accomplishments, highlighting the passage of nine (9) bills and resolution of twenty (20) motions.
Speaker Danladi seized the auspicious moment to commend his colleagues for us for the rancour-free process that led to his emergence as Speaker of the 10th Assembly for a second term having served as 9th Assembly Speaker, on June 13th, 2023,
He noted that their support is worth appreciating because the process was not as rosy in other State Legislatures, noting that it is a reflection of the confidence that have been built among them and a further demonstration of their democratic believes and values.
According to the Speaker, “We have indeed made significant strides in our first year, and we are proud of our achievements,” said Salihu. “We have worked tirelessly to ensure that the mandate given to us by the good people of Kwara State is fulfilled.”
The bills enacted include the Kwara State Education Trust Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital (Establishment) Bill, 2024. These laws aim to enhance education and healthcare in the state.
“Our commitment to education and healthcare is unwavering, and we will continue to prioritize these sectors for the betterment of our people,” Danladi-Salihu emphasized.
The Assembly also considered nine (9) landmark reports from various committees, addressing issues like harassment, land encroachment, and fraudulent activities. Resolutions were passed, and recommendations made to the executive arm for implementation.
“We have ensured that our legislative duties are discharged with diligence and transparency, and we will continue to work with the executive arm to ensure that our resolutions are implemented,” Danladi-Salihu added.
Danladi-Salihu who doubles as the Chairman of APC Speakers’ Conference praised his colleagues for their dedication and commitment to the state’s development. He acknowledged the support of the executive arm, led by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq CON, for their collaborative approach to governance.
“We appreciate the support of the executive arm and the cooperation of the security agencies and media. We also thank our party, the APC, and our supporters for their encouragement,” Danladi-Salihu said.
The Speaker’s anniversary speech emphasized the assembly’s resolve to continue serving the people of Kwara State with dedication and passion. He looked forward to more achievements in the coming years.
“We will not rest on our oars; we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that the dividends of democracy are delivered to our people,” Danladi-Salihu concluded.
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