Nigeria’s House of Representatives, on Wednesday, continued deliberations on public safety, infrastructure, telecommunications regulation, and legislative reforms as several motions and bills progressed during plenary.
The session opened with the presentation of four petitions from citizens, reaffirming the House’s constitutional role in addressing public grievances. In addition, the House Committee on Public Petitions submitted six reports for consideration, reflecting ongoing legislative review of pending matters.
Lawmakers expressed concern over rising safety risks linked to urban gas facilities, calling for stricter enforcement of regulations governing the location and operation of gas filling stations. The call followed recent incidents, including a gas explosion in Apapa Federal Constituency, with members urging tighter compliance with safety standards to prevent future disasters.
The House also directed the Federal Ministry of Works to urgently install speed breakers and road signs in Damagum town and other identified accident-prone areas across the country, in a bid to reduce recurring road accidents and enhance commuter safety.
In the telecommunications sector, lawmakers urged service providers to improve infrastructure, expand network coverage to rural communities, upgrade technology, and enhance customer service delivery. They also called for fair pricing aligned with service quality, noting that reliable communication systems are critical during emergencies.
Legislative business further progressed with the introduction of two establishment bills for Second Reading, alongside the reconsideration of several pending bills from the previous Assembly, including the Nigerian Film Commission Bill, 2026.
A key proposal also debated was a bill seeking to repeal the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (Establishment) Act, 2026. The bill proposes improved funding mechanisms for police training, procurement of security equipment, and enhanced welfare for personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthen accountability and operational efficiency.
Six related legislative proposals were also considered during the session.
The plenary underscored the House’s continued focus on public safety, institutional reform, and improved service delivery through legislative oversight and policy interventions.
