House of Representatives Assures Journalists of Prompt Information Sharing

The House of Representatives has assured the media that the 10th Assembly will continue to run an open National Assembly and ensure that prompt information is disseminated to the media, especially the House of Representatives Press Corps for easy reportage.

The Spokesman of the House and Chairman, Committee on Media and Publicity, Honourable Akin Rotimi gave the assurance during a familiarization chat with the House Press Corps.

He said the gesture would ensure proactiveness with regards to activities of constituencies and various committees.

He added that members of the house will avail their time and be available for engagement with the press corps whenever the need arises.

The Deputy Chairman of the Committee, Hon Philip Agbese called for maximum cooperation of the Corps and appealed that research, questions and proper findings should be carried out before reports are published.

He noted that the welfare of the Corps will be a priority for the committee.

The Special Adviser on Media to the Speaker, Mr. Musa Krishi, who was part of the meeting, reiterated the need for cohesion between the media and the Lawmakers to address challenges that may arise.

The Chairperson of the House of Representatives Press Corps, Comrade Grace Ike, commended the Spokesman and Deputy Spokesman of the Committee for recognising the role of the media in the success of the House.

She promised unflinching support by the Corps in reporting the activities of the House of Representatives.