The House of Representatives yesterday said it has introduced a total of 2,747 bills between June 2023 and June 15, 2026, with 363 of them passed during the period. The 10th House of Representatives was proclaimed on June 13, 2023 and it clocked three years on June 13, 2026.
The Chairman, House Committee on Rules and Business, Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive and the House Spokesperson, Hon. Akin Rotimi disclosed this while jointly addressing parliamentary reporters in Abuja.
According to the breakdown, the House introduced 1,351 bills during its first session, comprising 12 executive bills, 1,336 private member bills and three Senate bills of which 89 bills were passed.
In the second session, the lawmakers introduced 912 bills, including 14 executive bills, 868 private member bills, and 30 Senate bills with 148 of them passed during the period.
The third session recorded 484 new bills, made up of 31 executive bills, 391 private member bills, and 62 Senate bills while 126 of them were passed.
“Of the 2,747 bills introduced, 1,782 are awaiting second reading, 323 have been referred to standing committees, 185 are awaiting consideration, while five bills were negatived. Additionally, 89 bills were consolidated before consideration,” Waive said.
He also said the 10th House considered 220 motions within the period, adding that, “of the figure, 192 were referred to committees, 28 were referred to ad hoc committees, while 121 were presented as matters of urgent public importance.”
The lawmaker further said 48 public petitions were considered during the third legislative session, underscoring its oversight and public engagement responsibilities.
The House said the figures reflect the legislative activities and productivity of the Green Chamber with private member bills accounting for the overwhelming majority of proposed legislation introduced since June 2023.
Meanwhile, Speaker of the House, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, announced that the National Assembly will hold its third Open Week from July 14 to 16, 2026, commemorating the three-year anniversary of the 10th Assembly.
A statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, Musa Krishi, said Abbas made the announcement on his social media handles over the weekend.
The statement noted that the theme for this year’s Open Week, which is ‘Three Years of the 10th Assembly: Advancing Transparency, Inclusion, and Reform,’ “reflects not just our journey but our commitment to building a legislature that is accessible, accountable, and responsive to every Nigerian.”
The Speaker’s social media posts read in part, “A parliament that listens earns the trust of the people. A parliament that opens its doors strengthens democracy.
“That conviction inspired the birth of the National Assembly Open Week, and I am delighted that we are set for the 3rd edition of this unique initiative from 14th to 16th July, 2026.
“The National Assembly belongs to the people. Open Week provides an opportunity for Nigerians to engage with their parliament, evaluate our performance over the past year, understand the work we do, and contribute ideas that will strengthen our democratic institutions.”
He added that the 2026 edition of the Open Week “promises even more robust, people-centred engagements. We will convene a Legislative Business Breakfast to deepen collaboration between the legislature and the private sector on policies that drive economic growth, investment, and job creation.
“We will also host a National Security Roundtable, bringing together critical stakeholders to exchange ideas and chart practical legislative pathways for addressing the nation’s evolving security challenges.
“Equally significant is the national conversation on reserved seats for women and persons with disabilities—a transformative reform that seeks to make our democracy more inclusive, representative, and equitable.
“I also eagerly look forward to engaging with young Nigerians at the Youth Town Hall on the 2027 elections, where we will discuss their vital role in strengthening democratic participation and shaping the Nigeria of tomorrow.
“Democracy flourishes where there is openness. Institutions grow stronger when they are subjected to public scrutiny. And nations make lasting progress when every citizen has a voice.”
