To enhance legislative work and understanding of the Local Government Administration and Development Board Bill, the Bauchi State House of Assembly has commenced a vital retreat and roundtable discussion.
The retreat is held in Kano for all members of the Assembly, the Secretary and key Directors of the 10th Assembly.
It aims to provide an opportunity to streamline legislative efforts towards strong local governance and sustainable economic planning.
Speaking at the retreat, a leading scholar, Professor SA Danwanka of the National Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studies, National Assembly, Abuja, highlighted the importance of empowering local government structures for efficient service delivery and development. base.
Represented by Dahiru Idris, he emphasized that a well-coordinated local government administration, combined with strategic economic planning, will foster better infrastructure development, job creation and improved living standards for the electorate.
The retreat, which includes expert presentations and interactive sessions, is designed to equip policymakers with the knowledge and strategies needed to craft effective legislation.
By refining the bill, the Assembly aims to ensure transparency, accountability and inclusivity in the operations of local governments and ultimately promote equitable distribution of resources across Bauchi State.
In his opening remarks, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman urged lawmakers to remain committed to improvement, especially in legislative parameters.
According to him, despite their constitutional mandate to ensure implementation and practice, the bills are crucial considering the autonomous purpose they will serve in the constitutional adjustments.
The Secretary of the Assembly, Hauwa Ahmed Abubakar, in her speech, highlighted that the retreat will not only strengthen legislative capacity but also foster collaboration between directors and legislators to drive development.
He added that such commitments are essential to align legislative priorities with the development aspirations of the people of Bauchi State.
With this withdrawal, the Bauchi State House of Assembly reaffirms its commitment to deliver legislative frameworks that improve local governance and stimulate economic growth, ensuring that the dividends of democracy reach every corner of the state, as outlined in a statement from the Assembly's New Media Unit. of the Information and Publications Directorates.
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