The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has said that 9th assembly will not serve as ‘rubber stamp’ to the executive arm of government in the state.
He, however, said the House will work hand-in-hand to improve the standard of living of the people of the state.
Hon. Ogundoyin made the disclosure during a live radio programme, ‘South West Political Circuit’ aired on Fresh FM Radio in Ibadan over the weekend.
The Speaker opined that the present assembly is replete with intelligent and competent members who are poised to scrutinize all bills brought before them as well as act as checks to other arms of government.
“We will not just be doing the bidding of the executive arm of government as representatives of our various constituencies, we shall ensure whatever is brought from the executive arm is well scrutinized before we give our assent.
“Any list of political appointees sent to the house will be critically scrutinized to ensure the appointment of people of high integrity and good conduct into various political offices in Oyo State, while those who fall short of expectation or lacking in integrity will be dropped by the Oyo Assembly.
“The appointees named so far were approved based on their competence, commitment to result delivery and character when sent to us.
“We are going to ensure a harmonious working relationship with other arms to ensure good governance and viable representation in the state,” he stated.
Hon. Ogundoyin noted that the House will not waiver or relent in its statutory duty of making law by giving priority to amend, repel and formulating laws that will attract investors to the State.
“Boosting investment in Oyo State will make live meaningful for the people and ultimately place the State on a pedestal of growth and development.”
The Speaker promised that the House will pay attention to bills and motions that will promote education, agriculture, security, small and medium scale enterprises as well as youth empowerment.
“We believe it is not about the number of the bills passed that matter as lawmakers, but the qualities of the bills, effectiveness, and the direct or indirect positive impacts on our people’s lives” Hon. Ogundoyin concluded.
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