The Deputy Speaker of the House, Rep. Ahmed Idris Wase presided.
After leading the opening prayer and the National Pledge, the Deputy Speaker approved the votes and proceedings of Tuesday, July 19th, 2022
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MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
1. Rep. Rimamnde Shawulu moved a motion on the urgent need to prevent terrorists from overrunning communities in Taraba state and it was seconded by Rep. Gibeon Goroki. Rep. Shawulu in leading the debate stated that; since April 2022, communities in Taraba State have come under unrelenting attacks by terrorists. He noted that countless killings of innocent residents, as well as the destruction of their properties, have become a reoccurring decimal. He expressed concern at the attitude of security forces in the region who have become reluctant in engaging the bandits ever since some of their personnel were slain by the bandits. Rep. Shawulu also pointed out that the affected communities are close to the Cameroonian border which is notorious for harbouring members of the Isis West Africa Province (ISWAP), and it could be easy for them to get international reinforcements from them. He called on the House to urge the military to deploy more personnel to the area to restore normalcy. He further called on other intelligence agencies to collate the intelligence mechanism for stemming the tide of violence in the region. Rep. Shawulu then called on the National Emergency Management Agency to come to the aid of those stranded in the forest, and provide them with relief materials and temporary safe abodes to dwell in. He further called on the relevant Committees of the House to ensure full compliance.
The motion was voted on and adopted.
2. Rep. Khadija Bukar moved a motion on the urgent need to address the effects of the gruesome flood disasters in some communities in Yobe State. Rep. Khadija stated that the recent rainfalls have completely eroded and flooded houses and communities in parts of Yobe state and the residents are in dire need of federal intervention. She called on the National Emergency Management Agency, the Ministry for Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Preparedness, as well as other relevant agencies to ensure the affected communities receive the necessary aid.
The motion was voted on and adopted.
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PRESENTATION OF BILLS
1. Federal College of Science and Health Technology, Oju, Benue State (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2027) (Rep. Samson Okwu) – First Reading.
2. National Commission for Almajiri Education and Out of School Children (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2028) (Rep. Shehu Balarabe Kakale and 17 Others) – First Reading.
3. Federal Polytechnic, Okoloma Afam (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2029) (Rep. Chisom Promise Dike) – First Reading.
4. Federal Medical Centre, Okoloma Afam (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2030) (Rep. Chisom Promise Dike) – First Reading.
5. Petroleum Training Institute, Agbonchia Eleme (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2031) (Rep. Chisom Promise Dike) – First Reading.
6. National Youth Service Corps Act (Amendment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2032) (Rep. Chisom Promise Dike) – First Reading.
7. Minerals and Mining Act (Amendment) Bill, 2022(HB. 2033) (Rep. Chisom Promise Dike) – First Reading.
8. Veterinary University Vom, Plateau State (Establishment) Bill, 2022(HB. 2034) (Rep. Dachung Musa Bagos) – First Reading.
9. Projects Development Agency (PRODA) Enugu (Establishment) Bill, 2022(HB. 2036) (Rep. Uzoma Nkem Abonta and Rep. Dachung Bagos) – First Reading.
10. Chartered Institute of Risk Management of Nigeria (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2037) (Senate) – First Reading.
11. Chartered Institute of Econometricians and Data Analysts (Establishment) Bill, 2022 (HB. 2038) (Rep. Samuel Onuigbo) – First Reading.
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PRESENTATION OF REPORTS
1. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Okoya Adegoke & Co. (Legal Practitioners/Consultant):
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Okoya Adegoke & Co. (Legal Practitioners/Consultant) against the Nigerian Navy on the unlawful withholding of the emolument/salary of Gafar Ismaila Alao for over four years” (Referred:16/9/2021).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
2. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Anokam & Associates on behalf of the Host Communities of Federal University of Technology, Owerri:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Anokam & Associates on behalf of the Host Communities of Federal University of Technology, Owerri against the Federal University of Technology, Owerri on the Need to Construct Perimeter Fence at the University Permanent Site” (Referred: 15/2/2022).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
3. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Ibrahim K. Bawa SAN &Co (Legal Practitioners) on behalf of Abubakar Mamman Abaka (NPS 28901):
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Ibrahim K. Bawa SAN &Co (Legal Practitioners) on behalf of Abubakar Mamman Abaka (NPS 28901) against the Nigerian Correctional Services on the unlawful dismissal from the Service of the Nigerian Correctional Services ” (Referred:29/9/2021)
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
4. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Ex. CPL Alfred Eremen:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Ex. CPL Alfred Eremen against the Nigeria Police Force on wrongful dismissal from the Nigeria Police Force” (Referred: 15/9/2021).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
5. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Kehinde Fadahunsi:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Kehinde Fadahunsi against the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps on a Passionate Appeal for the House Intervention in ensuring a seamless progression of his career in NSCDC” (Referred/2/3/2021).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
6. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by St. Sen. Solicitors and Advocates on Behalf of Mr. Sylvanus C. Uguru of Ndufu Alike Community:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by St. Sen. Solicitors and Advocates on Behalf of Mr. Slyvanus C. Uguru of Ndufu Alike Community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State against the Management of First Patriot limited over the Breach of the Memorandum of Understanding and Abdication of Corporate Social Responsibilities” (Referred/2/7/2020).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
7. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Eloka Bernadine Ifeoma on Behalf of Clarion Shipping West Africa LTD (Off Dock Terminal):
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do receive the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Eloka Bernadine Ifeoma on Behalf of Clarion Shipping West Africa LTD (Off Dock Terminal) against the Nigerian Customs Service on the shutting down of the Four (4) Terminals of Clarion Shipping West African Limited by the DCG of the Nigeria Customs Service” (Referred/23/11/2021).
The report was laid following a motion by Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso and seconded by Rep. Preye Oseke.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
BILLS
1. Consolidation of Bills:
(a)A Bill for an Act to Amend the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act to Provide for the inclusion of a representative from the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources in the Standards Council of Nigeria; and for Related Matters (HB. 1749) (Rep. Sergius Oseasochie Ogun); and
(b)A Bill for an Act to Amend the Standards Organization of Nigeria to Expand the Scope of Functions of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria to include Investigation and Quality Assurance Certification of Petroleum Products; and for Related Matters (HB. 1884) (Rep. Ganiyu Abiodun Johnson).
Debate
Rep. Mohammed Wudil moved for the consolidation of the 2 Bills and it was seconded by Rep. Peter Akpatason.
The motion for consolidation was voted on, approved and the House Committee on Rules and Business was asked to schedule a date for the debate of the general principles of the newly consolidated Bill.
2. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal College of Forestry, Wawa Zange, Dukku, Gombe State; and for Related Matters (HB. 1816) (Senate) – Second Reading.
Debate
Rep. Peter Akpatason moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Rep. Gideon Gwani.
The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the Committee of the Whole.
3. A Bill for an Act to Establish a National Agricultural Raw Materials Processing and Development Centre, Orlu, Imo State; and for Related Matters (HB. 1879) (Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso) – Second Reading.
Second reading of the Bill was stepped down by leave of the House
4. A Bill for an Act to Establish National Inspector-General for Tax Crime Commission; and for Related Matters (HB.631) (Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu) – Second Reading.
Debate
Rep. Benjamin Kalu moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Rep. Aminu Suleiman.
The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Finance.
5. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal Medical Centre, Isa, Sokoto State; and for Related Matters (HB.1990) (Rep. Mohammed Sa’idu Bargaja) – Second Reading.
Debate
Rep. Mohammed Bargaja moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Rep. Umar Jega.
The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Health Institutions.
6. A Bill for an Act to Introduce Preventive Measures and Teaching of Breast and Cervical Cancers into the Curriculum of a Compulsory Subject (Civic Education) for Senior Secondary Schools in Nigeria; and for Related Matters (HB.1932) (Rep. Yusuf Tanko Sununu and Rep. Julius Ihonvbere) – Second Reading.
Debate
Rep. Tanko Sununu moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Rep. Ibrahim Isiaka.
The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Basic Education and Services as well as Healthcare Services.
7. A Bill for an Act to Establish National Rice Production, Processing and Research Institute, Igbemo-Ekiti, Ekiti State; and for Related Matters (HB.1905) (Rep. Olusola Steve Fatoba) – Second Reading.
Debate
Rep. Ibrahim Olanrewaju standing in for Rep. Olusola Fatoba moved for the second reading of the Bill and it was seconded by Rep. Mohammed Bio.
The Bill was voted on, approved for second reading and referred to the House Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions.
8. A Bill for an Act to Establish Federal Medical Centre, Kubau, Kaduna State to be Responsible for providing all kinds of Healthcare to Nigerians; and for Related Matters (HB.1877) (Rep. Hamisu Ibrahim) – Second Reading.
Second reading of the Bill was stepped down by leave of the House.
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MOTIONS
9. Need for the Federal Character Commission and Institutions of Higher Learning within the Federal Capital Territory to Reserve three percent of Employment and Admission for its Indigenes:
Rep. Micah Yohanna Jiba:
The House:
Notes that the Federal Character Commission was established to ensure equitable representation of different groups in all tiers of government and address inequality and ethnic domination in Nigeria;
Also notes that the derivation principle seeks to allocate natural resources and revenues accruable to the Federation’s Account on the basis perceived to be equitable, giving particular consideration to the resources-producing state or region;
Aware that the indigenous people of the Federal Capital Territory, upon whose land the nation’s capital was built decades ago, have not been part of the federal character formula in terms of job distribution/employment and benefits which some states enjoy in the form of catchment area;
Also aware that according to the Federal Government’s admission policy, if a person’s State of origin is recognized as the catchment area of the Federal University to which he applied to study, such a person will stand a better chance of securing admission into that university than the one whose State of origin is not recognized as part of the University’s catchment area;
Worried that the Federal Capital Territory is not recognized as a catchment area for the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), thus the indigenes do not enjoy certain privileges other States enjoy during admissions into the Institution;
Cognizant that the natives of the FCT under the auspices of Abuja Original Inhabitants’ Youth Empowerment have alleged that the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has marginalized original Inhabitants in the allocation of land in new districts;
Resolves to:
(i) Urge the Federal Character Commission to ensure that indigenes of the Federal Capital Territory are given due consideration in line with the principles of Federal Character about employment and admission into institutions of learning within the FCT;
(ii) mandate the Committees on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Federal Character to investigate and ascertain why FCT indigenes are not included in the Federal Character formula, and ensure a definite resolution of the matter.
Motion stepped down by the leave of the House for further legislative consultations.
10. Call on the Central Bank of Nigeria to Ensure Swift E-Fund Transfer Services in Nigeria:
Rep. Mohammed Shamsudeen Bello:
The House:
Notes that pursuant to Sections 2(d), 33(I)b) and 47(2) of the CBN Act, 2007, the Central Bank of Nigeria is saddled with the duty and responsibility to promote a sound financial system in Nigeria;
Also notes that via a circular dated September 13, 2018, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a regulation on instant (Inter-Bank) Electronic Funds Transfer Services targeted at various payment platforms that seek to provide Instant Electronic Funds Transfer Services in Nigeria;
Aware that the circular was directed at all Deposit Money Banks, Micro Finance Banks, Other Financial Institutions, Mobile Money Operators, Development Financial Institutions, Payment Service Providers and other stakeholders within the financial institutions;
Also aware that the said circular was initiated to curb issues regarding delayed or failed Transfer of funds, and the regulation also stipulated sanctions against banks and other financial institutions in the event of a failed or delayed E-Funds transfer;
Concerned that the regulations are not being complied with by Banks and other financial institutions as issues regarding failed and delayed transfers are still very pronounced in Nigeria;
Also concerned that the delays occasioned by sending and receiving entities with respect to E-Funds Transfer Services have resulted in untold misery to Bank customers who depend on it for emergencies;
Worried that customers of financial institutions across the country have inadequate means of filing complaints and getting immediate resolutions over failed E-Funds transactions that occur on weekends and public holidays;
Resolves to:
(i) Urge the Central Bank of Nigeria to address delays arising from instant (Inter-Bank) Electronic Funds Transfer Services in Nigeria with a view to finding a lasting solution to the problem;
(ii) also urge the Central Bank of Nigeria to make regulations with respect to the procedure channelling complaints by aggrieved customers;
(iii) mandate the Committee on Banking and Currency to ensure compliance.
Debate
Rep. Mohammed Bello moved the motion on the call on the Central Bank of Nigeria to ensure swift E-Fund Transfer Services in Nigeria and it was seconded by Rep. Vincent Ofumelu.
The motion was voted on and adopted.
11. Need to Address the Short-change Against Bayelsa State in the Skewed Recruitment by the Transmission Company of Nigeria, and Other Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government:
Rep. Preye Influence Goodluck Oseke:
The House:
Notes that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is in the process of concluding a recruitment exercise in which over four hundred applicants have been favourably considered;
Also notes that only a few of such successful applicants are from Bayelsa State, despite the very many eligibly qualified applicants from the said state;
Further notes that considering the youths restiveness on account of mass unemployment, this act of bias and uneven distribution of opportunities could negatively impact on unethical conducts perpetrated by youths of the state;
Concerned that the disequilibrium of the opportunities skewed against Bayelsa State is not only discriminatory, but amounts to a clear breach of sections 14 (3) and (4) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) on the application of the federal character principle;
Aware that section 318(1) of the 1999 Constitution defines Federal Character as ‘the distinctive desire of the people of Nigeria to promote national unity, foster national loyalty and give every citizen of Nigeria a sense of belonging to the nation as expressed in section 14(3) and (4) of the Constitution, which means that beyond the constitutional imperative to comply with the Constitution is the utilitarian value of fairness and justice;
Worried that the continued marginalization and discrimination of the people of Bayelsa State in previous and ongoing recruitment exercises by Ministries, Departments and Agencies is a potential cause for disaffection among the teeming unemployed youths in the State who desire gainful employment;
Resolves to:
Mandate the Committees on Federal Character and Public Service Matters, to invite the Head of Service of the Federation and the Managing Director of TCN to explain the rationale for the marginalization of an entire state in an ongoing recruitments exercise.
Debate
Rep. Preye Oseke moved the motion on the need to address the short-change against Bayelsa state in the skewed recruitment by the Transmission Company of Nigeria, and other Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government and it was seconded by Rep. Julius Pondi.
Rep. Frederick Agbedi called on the House to come to the aid of Bayelsans as their continuing maltreatment by the Federal Character Commission in terms of allocated slots for recruitment in Federal Government recruitment exercises has become alarming.
Rep. Vincent Ofumelu proposed an amendment to call for the inclusion of other affected states in the prayer of the motion.
The motion was voted on and adopted as amended.
12. Call on the Federal Government to Address the Devastating Flood Disaster in Darazo Town of Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency of Bauchi State:
Rep. Mansur Manu Soro:
The House:
Notes that security and general welfare of citizens shall be the primary purpose of Government as enshrined in Chapter II of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended);
Informed of the devastating flood disaster that occurred in Darazo Town in Darazo Local Government Area of Bauchi State, which destroyed more than 200 houses, the people’s sources of livelihood and their farmlands;
Aware of the ongoing gully erosion control and road improvement works being implemented by the Ecological Fund Office towards addressing recurring flood incidences in Darazo town;
Concerned about the plight of thousands of Nigerians displaced by the flood disaster in Darazo town;
Commends the Bauchi State Government for deploying officials of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to identify the causes of the flood disaster.
Resolves to:
(i) Urge the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide support to the victims of the flood disaster;
(ii) also urge the NEMA and the North East Development Commission (NEDC) to engage the Government of Bauchi State with a view to re-settling the people of Darazo in Bauchi State who were displaced by the flood disaster;
(iii) further urge the Ecological Fund Office to review their impact assessments report on Darazo town erosion and road improvement works to address the causes of the devastating flood incidence;
(iv) mandate the Committees on Emergency and Disaster Preparedness and North East Development Commission to interface with relevant agencies of government to ensure implementation and to report back within 8 weeks for further legislative action.
Debate
Rep. Mansur Soro moved the motion on the call on the federal government to address the devastating flood disaster in Darazo town of Darazo/Ganjuwa federal constituency of Bauchi state and it was seconded by Rep. Solomon Bob.
Rep. Benjamin Kalu proposed an amendment to the prayers of the motion, calling on the relevant agencies to look into the causes and effects of all such ecological disasters in Bende federal constituency in Abia state.
The motion was voted on and adopted as amended.
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CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS
13. A Bill for an Act to Establish Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) to Prevent, Combat Forest Crimes and enhance Security within Nigerian Forests; and for Related Matters (HB.1993) (Senate) (Leader) – Committee of the Whole:30/6/2022.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Peter Akpatason stated that the Bill emanated from the Senate and seeks to establish the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) to complement mainstream security services and improve community involvement in solving local attacks nationwide. He urged Honorable members to support the Bill.
The Chairman of the Committee of the Whole, Rep. Ahmed Idris expressed concern if the NHFSS will not encroach into the duties of forest rangers/guards. To this, Rep. Akpatason clarified that the NHFSS is strictly for the beefing up of security and not to protect forest resources and animals within the forest.
Rep. Nkem Abonta expressed optimism that the Bill will help combat insecurity and kidnappers who mainly keep their victims in the forest. He however expressed concern about the financial implications but quickly pointed out that the nation should be able to pay anything for the safety of its citizens.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-6, 9-15, 17-19, 21, 22
Clauses deferred for further legislative action: 7, 8
Clauses expunged: 16, 20
Further consideration was deferred for further legislative action
14. Committee on Healthcare Services:
Rep. Tanko Sununu:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Healthcare Services on a Bill for an Act to make Health Care Services Delivery Free for all Children in Nigeria; and for Related Matters (HB. 1504) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 30/6/2022).
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Sununu stated that the Bill was thoroughly debated in the public domain and it was agreed that Nigerian children under 5 years of age should enjoy free basic healthcare.
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-6
15. Committee on Healthcare Services:
Rep. Tanko Sununu:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Healthcare Services on a Bill for an Act to Establish the Minimum Standards for Health Care Facilities and for Related Matters (HB. 1260) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 30/6/2022).
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Sununu stated that the Bill seeks to enforce the National Healthcare Act of 2014
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-6
16. Committee on Healthcare Services:
Rep. Tanko Sununu:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Healthcare Services on a Bill for an Act to Establish the Nigeria Food Vendors Bio-Data Collation Agency with the function, among others, to Regulate, Train and Engage in Bio-Data Capturing of all Food Vendors in Nigeria to develop a Standard Food and Water Vendors Identification Number for easy Traceability System of any food Poisoning and Mishandling Cases and also Collaborate with Financial Institutions both Nationally and Internationally to Empower the Food Vendors with Funds as Soft Loan to enable to acquire the necessary Food Processing Machines and other Food Equipment to enable the Food Vendors to meet up with International Standards Requirement of Food Safety and Hygiene Practice; and for Related Matters (HB. 1505) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 30/6/2022).
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-39
17. Committee on Healthcare Services:
Rep. Tanko Sununu:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Healthcare Services on a Bill for an Act to Establish Decontamination Centre within each of the Thirty-Six (36) States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria with the Responsibility of Cleaning, Disinfecting and Sterilization of Medical Devices and Instruments before re-using with a view to Preventing Transmission of Iatrogenic Infection also called Hospital Acquired Infections; and for Related Matters (HB. 581) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 30/6/2022).
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-25
18. Committee on Healthcare Services:
Rep. Tanko Sununu:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Healthcare Services on a Bill for an Act to Establish Public Health Practitioners Council of Nigeria charged with Responsibility of Advancing the Study, Training and Practice of Public Health Management; and Administration in Nigeria and for Related Matters (HB.1236) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid:30/6/2022)
Summary of voting:
Clauses voted on and approved: 1-19
19. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Mrs Tonia I. John Nweze:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Mrs Tonia I. John Nweze against the Management of the National Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Headquarter, Abuja for non-refund of the N748, 800. 00 (Seven Hundred and Forty–Eight Thousand, Eight Hundred Naira deposited with the Company as Insurance Premium for a period of 13 years (1988-2001) and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid:30/6/2022).
Urge the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund and the Managing Director/CEO, Trust Fund Pensions Plc to source for funds and pay Mrs Tonia Ify John Nweze the sum of N748, 800. 00 deposited with Nigeria Social Trust Fund Insurance Premium for the period of 13 years (1988-2001) since both parties were the major custodians of her contributory fund ab initio.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Alagbaoso said the complainant worked with the British Council for 13 years but was shortchanged on going to collect her contributory pension claims.
Summary of voting:
Recommendation voted on and approved: 1
20. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Nedik Global Concept Limited (NEOIK) on behalf of Mr Chinedu Solomon Orisa:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Nedik Global Concept Limited (NEOIK) on behalf of Mr Chinedu Solomon Orisa against the Nigeria Customs Service to compel them to pay the sum of N200, 000, 000. 00 (Two Hundred Million Naira) paid for some containers of goods auctioned to him, which he was not able to collect and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 22/6/2022)
(i) that the Nigerian Customs Service do settle/pay Nedik Global Concept Limited (NEOIK) (Mr Chinedu Solomon Orisa) his claims on the container (MSKU-640383-7) which bears his name because other auction documents do not bear his name nor his company name;
(ii) urge the Nigerian Customs Service to pay Mr. Chinedu Solomon Orisa (the Managing Director Nedik Global Concept Ltd his claims on the container 1×40 feet, No. of 500KVA transformers which bear his name/company’s.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Alagbaoso stated that the complainant is an auctioneer who bided for the containers and got some mix-up on going to redeem the containers on his receipts.
Rep. Benjamin Kalu proposed an amendment to ensure that the complainant is paid only what is due to him.
Summary of voting:
Recommendation voted on and approved: 1
Recommendation amended and approved: 2
21. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Southend Estate Muslim Residents Community:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the Petition by Southend Estate Muslim Residents Community against the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Messrs Mercy Samuelson Property Limited: a Call for justice and fairness and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 5/4/2022).
(i) Urge the Hon. Minister Federal Capital Territory Administration(FCTA)/Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) to direct the Managing Director/CEO of Mercy Samuelson Properties Ltd. to provide space of worship for both Muslims and Christians living in the Estate as well as basic social amenities in the estate;
(ii) also urge the Hon. Minister of FCTA to direct the Director of Lands, FCDA to ensure that the policy of FCDA is strictly followed to make provisions for the place of worship and other basic social amenities for the residents.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Alagbaoso stated that the complainants are suing for the accommodation of worship centers for residents of the said estate.
Summary of voting:
Recommendations voted on and approved: 1 & 2
22. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Anangbashim Julius and Association on behalf of Dr Francis Sabastine Dekaa:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Anangbashim Julius and Association on behalf of Dr Francis Sabastine Dekaa against the Director General/CEO of the Nigeria Meteorology Agency (NIMET) on the Wrongful Termination of his Appointment and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid:6/7/2021).
That Dr Francis Sabastine Dekaa was not given a fair hearing before his appointment was terminated, consequently, urge the Director General NIMET to reinstate Dr Francis Sabastine Dekaa to the service of Nigeria Meteorology Agency (NIMET) and pay all his salaries and entitlements as the country cannot afford to lose such asset, which government has heavily used taxpayer money to educate and develop to such level.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Alagbaoso stated that the report had been reworked as urged by the Committee of the Whole at an earlier sitting
Summary of voting:
Recommendations voted on and approved: 1
23. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Ex-Sgt Briska Joshua:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Ex-Sgt Briska Joshua against the Nigerian Police Force on his wrongful Dismissal from service and approve the recommendations therein” (Laid: 23/6/2022).
(i) Urge the Inspector general of the Nigerian Police Force to reinstate Ex- Sgt. Briska Joshua and restore him to his appropriate rank in the Nigerian Police Force and retire him in accordance to his due retirement date either by age or years of service in line with the Nigerian Police Force, Act;
(ii) pay him all the entitlements and benefits due to him as an Inspector to enable him to manage his retirement life.
Summary of voting:
Recommendations voted on and approved: 1 & 2
24. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Awopetu Adeyinka and Others:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the petition by Awopetu Adeyinka and Others against Polaris Bank on the Alleged Termination of their Appointment and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 22/6/2022).
Urge the GMD, Polaris Bank to reinstate Mr. Awopetu Adeyinka, Adeago Olusola Babatunde and Adekola Olarinwa, and pay all their arrears of entitlements and benefits.
Synopsis of the report:
Rep. Alagbaoso stated that terminating the employment of the complainants didn’t follow due process. He urged Honorable members to approve the recommendations.
Summary of voting:
Recommendations voted on and approved: 1 & 2
25. Committee on Public Petitions:
Report on the Petition by Mrs. Orire Olayinka and Mrs. Idris Fatimo Yetunde:
Rep. Jerry Alagbaoso:
“That the House do consider the Report of the Committee on Public Petitions on the Petition by Mrs. Orire Olayinka and Mrs. Idris Fatimo Yetunde against the Nigeria Customs Service for Non-payment of Death Benefits and Entitlement and approve the recommendation therein” (Laid: 17/3/2022).
Urge the Comptroller–General, Nigeria Customs Service to ensure that all outstanding balance of entitlements and benefits due to the petitioner’s deceased husband is processed and paid to them accordingly.
Summary of voting:
Recommendations voted on and approved: 1
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HOUSE IN PLENARY
The House reverted to plenary and adopted the report of the committee of the whole following a motion by Rep. Peter Akpatason and seconded by Rep. Benjamin Kalu
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Adjournment:
The House at 14:30 adjourned plenary to Thursday, July 21st, 2022 by 11:00 following a motion for adjournment moved by the Deputy Leader of the House, Rep. Peter Akpatason and seconded by the Minority Leader, Rep. Ndudi Elumelu.
Courtesy:
Media Unit, Office of the Speaker, House of Representatives
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