The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, received the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, His Excellency Pete Vowles, on a official courtesy visit at the National Assembly complex in Abuja.
Speaker Abbas highlighted the 10th House of Representatives’ legislative framework aimed at enhancing political inclusion for women and Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) in Nigeria’s governance structure.
The Speaker detailed legislative efforts regarding constitutional amendment bills designed to create reserved special seats for female parliamentarians at both federal and state levels to address gender disparity in politics.
The parliament reaffirmed its commitment to supporting free, fair, and credible elections leading up to future general elections through legislative safeguards.
Speaker Abbas emphasized the 10th House’s willingness to partner with international allies—particularly the United Kingdom—to strengthen institutional capacity, parliamentary development, and legislative oversight.
Both leaders acknowledged the long-standing strategic, economic, and diplomatic partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
Conversations touched upon ongoing national socio-economic reforms and the crucial role legislative actions play in fostering a conducive environment for trade, foreign investment, and bilateral growth.
The courtesy visit underscores the House of Representatives’ proactive engagement with international partners to drive constitutional reforms, institutional growth, and broader political inclusion within Nigeria’s democratic governance.
