The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to provide increased support to the Nigerian military and other law enforcement agencies to ensure they have the necessary resources to continue their critical work in protecting and serving the nation.
The House also commended the military and law enforcement agencies for their dedication and heroism during the Borno flooding disaster, recognizing their efforts in the rescue mission.
This followed a motion of urgent public importance by Hon. Ahmed Jaha, who also urged the Ministry of Water Resources to take preventive measures to avoid future flood disasters.
The House of Representatives also called on the Federal Government to review the budgetary allocation of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in future budgets, to support effective reorientation of citizens in line with current realities.
They urged the NOA to increase its visibility across media platforms, produce engaging content to promote government policies, and collaborate with key stakeholders—including Ministries, Agencies, Traditional Institutions, Religious Bodies, and Civil Society Organizations—to improve public enlightenment campaigns.
Hon. Adewale Hammed, in a motion highlighted concerns over the agency’s inadequate funding and the need for citizen reorientation, particularly in addressing youth restiveness and social vices.
The lower chamber further resolved to promote sustainable practices and green projects across government Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and the private sector.
Hon. Daniel Amos, who raised the motion, highlighted the focus areas of the initiative, including conservation, afforestation, renewable energy adoption, waste reduction, ecosystem restoration, and recycling programs tailored to Nigeria’s context.
He noted that the African Carbon Market Initiative predicts Nigeria could generate over $500 million annually by 2030, creating more than 3 million jobs.
Amos further emphasized that investments in green projects will stimulate innovation and contribute to Nigeria’s economic development. Green funds, valued at $23 billion in 2024, have been
