In a significant development in Nigeria’s parliamentary landscape, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has unveiled the list of chairmen and vice-chairmen for the various standing committees of the upper legislative chambers. The announcement of committee assignments took place after the Senate reconvened from its break, with the proceedings beginning at 9.59pm and concluding at 10.47pm.
The Senate’s plenary session also resulted in the decision to adjourn until September 26th, marking the commencement of its long vacation period.
Among the distinguished senators assuming leadership roles in the standing committees are Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing APC from Edo North, who has been appointed as the chairman of the Committee on Interior. Senator Sani Musa, an APC representative from Niger East, has taken the helm of the Committee on Finance. Additionally, Senator Abdulfatai Buhari, APC representative from Oyo North, has been entrusted with the responsibility of chairing the Committee on Aviation.
Other notable committee assignments include Osita Izunaso heading the Committee on Capital Market, Seriake Dickson overseeing the Committee on Ecology/Climate Change, and Neda Imasuen taking the lead on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. Aminu Tambuwal has been designated as the chairman of the Housing Committee.
Several key committees have been formed to address vital sectors and issues:
1. Airforce Committee: Sen Godiya Akwashiki
2. Petroleum Downstream: Jide Ipisagba
3. Defence: Ahmad Lawan
4. Public Account: Aliyu Wadada
5. Special Duties: Shehu Kaka
6. Works: Patrick Ndubueze
7. Appropriations: Solomon Adeola
8. Finance: Musa Sani
9. Banking: Abiru Tokunbo
10. Customs: Isa Jubril
11. Culture and Tourism: Elisha Abbo
12. Diaspora: Victor Umeh
13. Education Basic: Lawal Usman
14. Environment: Akintunde Yunus
15. FCT: Ibrahim Bomai
16. Foreign Affairs: Sani Abubakar
17. Health: Banigo Harry
18. Water Resources: Abubakar Yari
19. Power: Enyinaya Abaribe
20. Local and Foreign Debts: Aliyu Wamakko
21. Land Transport: Adamu Aliero
22. Navy: Daniel Olugbenga
23. Niger Delta: Barinada Mpigi
24. Judiciary: Mohammed Monguno
25. Youths and Sports: Yemi Adaramodu
26. Women Affairs: Ireti Kingigbe
27. Privatization: Orji Kalu
28. Agriculture: Mustapha Sabiu
29. Communications: Aliyu Bilbis
30. NDDC: Asuquo Ekpenyong
This announcement reflects a critical step in the functioning of Nigeria’s legislative framework, enabling specialized committees to deliberate on various policy matters and contribute to the country’s governance and development.
