The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has hailed the emergence of Tajudeen Abbas as the speaker of the House of Representatives, noting that he would brings his wealth of experience and knowledge to bear in his new position.
Obaseki, who stated this in a statement on Wednesday, expressed confidence that the Speaker would steer the affairs of the House, engendering harmonious working relationships between the executive and the legislature in the overall interest of Nigerians.
He said,
“I congratulate Hon. Tajudeen Abbas on his emergence as the Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives.
“A four-term parliamentarian, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new position, having served diligently in various capacities within the legislative sphere.
“As Speaker, I trust that he will uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness, fostering productive debates and promoting effective legislations to improve the lives of the Nigerian people and advance the development of our dear nation.
“I am confident that he will effectively steer the affairs of the House, engendering harmonious working relationships between the executive and the legislature in the overall interest of Nigerians,” he added.