Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Abubakar Bichi, Chairman House Committee on Appropriations, have been commended for gaining the trust of Nigerians in the handling of the 2024 Appropriation Bill.
The Coalition of Indigenous Groups for Renewed Hope in Nigeria made this known at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja at the first budget town hall meeting by the House of Reps.
In his address, the convener of the group, Lawrence Ngege, said Abbas and Bichi had so far been pragmatic, proactive, and open in the budgetary process, thus restoring the hope of Nigerians.
According to Ngege, the recent actions of the House under the leadership of Abbas and Bichi have given citizens renewed hope and confidence in the governance of our great nation.
The group, however, urged the other arms of government to emulate the high standards set by the House of Reps.
“First and foremost, we would like to commend Speaker Tajudeen Abass for his exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to the welfare of the Nigerian people. His dedication to transparency, accountability, and inclusivity has been evident in every decision and action taken by the House of Representatives under his stewardship,” the statement said.
“Speaker Abbas has demonstrated a deep understanding of the challenges facing our nation and has shown remarkable courage in tackling them head-on. His ability to unite members of the House, regardless of political affiliations, is a testament to his strong leadership qualities. We applaud his efforts in fostering a conducive environment for robust debates and discussions, which have contributed to the formulation of sound policies and legislations for the betterment of our society.
“Equally deserving of a great commendation is Chairman Abubakar Bichi, who heads the House Committee on Appropriation. His meticulous approach to budget planning and allocation has been instrumental in ensuring that the resources of our nation are utilized judiciously. Chairman Bichi’s commitment to transparency and accountability in the budgetary process has restored faith in the ability of the government to manage public funds effectively,” the coalition said.
