Akpabio Must Ensure Transparency, Public Participation In Legislative Works

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) is urging the leadership of the National Assembly to prioritize transparency, openness, legislative

In a statement signed by Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, the Executive Director of CISLAC, the call is a response to concerns expressed by Senators about the Senate’s leadership, under Godswill Akpabio, fast-tracking the passage of bills without adequate public hearings and debates, despite the requirement for two-thirds of legislators to be present before a bill is passed.

Rafsanjani said, “While expediting the legislative process is essential, it’s equally important to ensure meaningful input from legislators and Nigerians. A bill passed without sufficient involvement of the people can result in a significant deficit for Nigerians.”

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