Abbas: House to Amend Standing Orders to Accommodate e-petitions

Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has revealed that the 10th House would  amend its Standing Orders to accommodate e-petitions to facilitate the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in receiving and processing public petitions.

He explained that by integrating ICT, the House aimed at ensuring that every voice could be heard and considered promptly, thus reinforcing dedication to a responsive and accountable governance system that truly serves the interests of the Nigerian people.

Abbas was of the opinion that this transformative step would enable more efficient, transparent, and accessible petition procedures, allowing citizens to engage with the legislative process more effectively.

The Speaker made this known yesterday in Abuja at the opening of the newly Digitalised Hearing Room of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

He  commended the Chairman of PAC, Hon. Bamidele Salam and his members for their relentless dedication to delivering on the mandate of the committee as constitutionally provided.

The Speaker said to further improve the effectiveness of PAC, the committee has gone a step further to introduce additional legislative tools and mechanisms that strengthen good governance and improve openness and accountability.

“The Nigerian House of Representatives is deeply committed to this goal, recognising that leveraging technology is crucial for fostering good governance and inclusive participation,” he said.