*REP. KWAMOTI B. LAORI FLAGS OFF NEDC RELIEF MATERIALS FOR COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY COMMUNAL CLASH IN LAMURDE LGA*

 

‎In a continued effort to support victims of communal violence, the Member representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, *Rt. Hon. Kwamoti Bitrus Laori*, has officially flagged off the distribution of relief materials to affected communities in Lamurde Local Government Area, Adamawa State.

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‎The intervention was facilitated through the Honourable Member’s sustained advocacy and engagement with the *North East Development Commission (NEDC)*.

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‎The relief materials, approved and released by NEDC, are aimed at providing immediate support to families displaced and impacted by the recent clash in Lamurde LGA.

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‎*NEDC’s Commendation*  

‎Speaking at the flag-off, the NEDC representative commended Rt. Hon. Laori for his diligence and commitment.  

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‎“Not every Member of the House can achieve this. Despite a demanding legislative schedule, he followed all due processes to ensure these relief items were delivered to his constituents in Lamurde,” the representative stated.  

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‎He further assured the Honourable Member of the Commission’s continued partnership and support for projects that will directly benefit the constituency.

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‎*Rt. Hon. Laori’s Remarks*  

‎Addressing beneficiaries and stakeholders, Rt. Hon. Laori expressed deep concern over the recurring communal clashes and the suffering of innocent people.  

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‎“Our goal extends beyond relief distribution. What I truly desire is a peaceful and secure Lamurde where families can live, farm, and pursue their livelihoods without fear,” he said.  

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‎“Our aim is not to keep bringing relief materials. Our prayer and priority is to see lasting peace restored in Lamurde Local Government Area. Lamurde is known for peace, and it is that peace we will continue to work for and protect,” he added. 

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‎He urged the people to embrace dialogue, forgiveness, and peaceful coexistence, stressing that lasting peace remains the only foundation for sustainable development.

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‎The lawmaker also expressed special appreciation to the NEDC for its prompt approval and cooperation in alleviating the suffering of affected communities.

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‎Rt. Hon. Laori further charged community representatives and LGA officials to ensure that the relief materials are distributed transparently, fairly, and strictly to the intended beneficiaries.

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‎*Dignitaries in Attendance*  

‎The distribution exercise was witnessed by the Executive Chairman of Lamurde LGA, *Hon. Bulus Daniel, JP*, who described the intervention as timely and people-centered. 

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‎Other officials and stakeholders present included: 

‎- *Hon. Burto P. William* – Incoming Chairman, Lamurde LGA 

‎- *Hon. Jinteno E. Tonkloso* – Secretary, Lamurde LGA 

‎- *Comrade Bako Redison* – Head of Service, Lamurde LGA 

‎- *Hon. Pwalesado Lawrence* – Chief of Staff, Lamurde LGA 

‎- *Hon. Councillor, Rigange Ward* 

‎- *Incoming Vice Chairman, Lamurde LGA* 

‎- Village Heads, beneficiaries, community leaders, and other key government officials. 

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‎The flag-off reflects a joint effort by federal representation, the NEDC, and Lamurde LGA leadership to provide immediate support to victims while reaffirming a collective commitment to peace, unity, and recovery in Lamurde.

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‎Rt. Hon. Laori offered prayers for the peaceful repose of those who lost their lives, for the speedy recovery of the injured, and for God to restore lasting peace, security, and harmony across the affected communities and the entire Lamurde LGA.

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‎*#NumanDemsaLamurde*  

‎*#PeaceForNumanDemsaLamurde*  

‎*#KBLDelivers*  

‎*#KBLCares*  

‎*#WeAreOne*  

‎*#ThePeoplesChoice*  

‎*#ServiceToThePeople*

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Nigeria: Stakeholders Seek Better SRHR Access For Migrants, Refugees

 Stakeholders have called for stronger collaboration, inclusive policies and rights-based approaches to improve access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services for migrants, refugees and displaced populations.

The call was made at the Safe Passage Project Summit themed, “Advancing Equitable SRHR Services for Migrants, Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and People on the Move,” on Wednesday in Abuja.

The summit, organised by the Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN), sought to strengthen multi-sectoral collaboration and commitment toward improving access to inclusive, rights-based SRHR services in Abuja and Kano States.

It also aimed to align policies, frameworks and coordination mechanisms supporting SRHR service delivery for mobile and displaced populations while reinforcing commitments to non-discrimination, gender equality and human rights.

Mr Bitrus Kwamoti-Laori, President of PPFN, said millions displaced by conflict, economic hardship, climate change, persecution and humanitarian crises deserved dignity and equitable access to quality healthcare services.

Kwamoti-Laori said the Safe Passage Project was being implemented in Nigeria, Morocco, Sudan, Cameroon, Tunisia, Mauritania, Ethiopia and parts of Asia to ensure access to comprehensive SRHR services.

“Migration pathways are often marked by significant vulnerabilities. Women and girls face heightened risks of sexual violence, unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions and barriers to essential healthcare.

“Young people and other marginalised populations frequently encounter discrimination and exclusion. These challenges demand coordinated, innovative and compassionate responses,” he said.

He said PPFN was strengthening service delivery by expanding access to contraception, maternal healthcare, HIV prevention and treatment, psychosocial support and protection services for survivors of violence.

According to him, the organisation was also building stronger referral systems, fostering cross-border collaboration and advocating policies that protect the health and rights of people on the move.

“The summit provides an invaluable platform to reflect on our progress, strengthen partnerships and identify practical solutions to existing challenges.

“Let us move beyond discussions and embrace collective action to create systems that are inclusive, responsive and accessible, while reaffirming that access to sexual and reproductive healthcare is a fundamental human right,” he said.

Dr Okai Haruna-Aku, Executive Director of PPFN, said the project challenged stakeholders to move beyond fragmented programming toward integrated systems that placed dignity, equity and rights at the centre.

“Behind every statistic is a human being, a young woman seeking safety, a child born on the road and a family trying to rebuild.

“As we proceed, let us commit to practical steps that will strengthen service delivery for those who are often left behind,” he said.

Also speaking, Mr John Uruakpa, Director of Health Promotion at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, described migration as a defining feature of the contemporary world.

He said migrants and displaced populations often faced barriers to accessing essential health services, including maternal healthcare, family planning, HIV prevention, psychosocial support and protection from violence.

“Access to healthcare is a fundamental right and should not be determined by an individual’s migration status or location.

“The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare remains committed to achieving universal health coverage and ensuring no one is left behind, including migrants, refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons and host communities,” he said.

Uruakpa said the Safe Passage Project was helping to bridge critical gaps through integrated SRHR services, strengthened referral systems, community engagement, advocacy and strategic partnerships nationwide.

Dr Mohammed Kassim, Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator at the International Rescue Committee (IRC), said migrants, particularly women and girls, faced heightened protection risks, including exploitation and gender-based violence.

Kassim said the organisation provided clinical care, protection services, guidance and legal referrals at critical transit points, alongside sexual and reproductive health services for vulnerable populations.

Similarly, Ms Margaret Bolaji-Adegbola, Executive Director of Stand with a Girl (SWAG), identified the absence of a policy addressing migrants’ specific SRHR needs as a major gap.

According to her, existing policies on sexual and reproductive health and internally displaced persons often fail to adequately address the realities of people constantly on the move.

She noted that many mobile clinics established in displaced communities were short-lived, leaving beneficiaries without sustained access to healthcare and other essential support services.

“We need to be intentional in making sure migrants and refugees are considered in policy implementation and are part of the conversation when such policies are developed and executed,” she said.

The summit also featured panel discussions on humanitarian responses to SRHR needs of people on the move and strategies for strengthening SRHR service delivery for migrants and refugees.

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REP. KWAMOTI B. LAORI DISTRIBUTES RELIEF MATERIALS TO COMMUNITIES DISPLACED BY VIOLENT CONFLICT IN LAMURDE LGA

 

In a continued effort to support victims of violent conflict, the Member representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Kwamoti Bitrus Laori, has distributed relief materials to displaced communities in Lamurde Local Government Area.

The relief materials, provided in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Yola Operations Office, included bags of rice, beans, maize, tomato paste, vegetable oil, seasoning cubes, salt, and detergents.

Representatives of Kwah, Gyakan, Waduku, Rigange, Bajen, Tingno Dutse, and other affected communities received the items on behalf of displaced residents.

Addressing the beneficiaries, Rt. Hon. Laori expressed deep sadness over the recurring attacks and displacement of innocent people, stating that nothing pains him more than seeing his constituents live in fear and uncertainty. He said he wished he never had to distribute relief materials under such tragic circumstances, emphasizing that what he truly desires is a peaceful and secure constituency where families can live, farm, and pursue their livelihoods without fear.

He urged the people to sheathe their swords, embrace dialogue, forgiveness, and peaceful coexistence, stressing that lasting peace remains the only foundation for sustainable development and prosperity.

The lawmaker commended the Federal Government, the Adamawa State Government, and security agencies for their continued efforts to restore peace and protect lives and property. He also expressed special appreciation to the Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for her prompt intervention and swift approval of the relief materials, noting that the timely assistance would go a long way in alleviating the suffering of displaced families.

Rt. Hon. Laori further charged the community representatives to ensure that the relief materials are distributed transparently, fairly, and strictly to the intended beneficiaries.

The distribution exercise was witnessed by officials of NEMA, the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA), security agencies, community leaders, the Executive Chairman of Lamurde Local Government Area, Hon. Daniel Bulus, party leaders, and members of the press.

The lawmaker offered prayers for the peaceful repose of the souls of those who lost their lives in the attacks, prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured, and called on God to restore lasting peace, security, and harmony across the affected communities and the entire Lamurde Local Government Area.

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Reps Adopt over 20 Investigative Reports from Public Petitions Committee

 The House of Representatives on Tuesday 2nd June, 2026 considered and adopted over 20 Investigative Reports from its Committee on Public Petitions.

The reports were based on the petitions from various individuals and groups which were laid in the chambers and referred to the committee for consideration.

The Chairman, House Committee on Public Petitions, Hon. Kwamoti Bitrus Laori gave the synopsis of the reports before there were considered and adopted.

 

The reports include the petition by

Kennedy C. Amos and Associates against Airtel Networks Ltd over Fraudulent Transaction involving the land of Mrs. Juliana Nwikanne of Bianu Town Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, laid 21/5/2024). The House urged the Managing Director (MD)/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Airtel Telecom Nig. Ltd to reverse the purported Deed of Conveyance allegedly entered with Mrs. Juliana Nwakanne back

to Lease agreement which was accepted to her; and Airtel to pay Mrs. Juliana Nwakanne, her dues from the lease of the landed property for three years which have elapsed for the property.

Hon. Kwamoti Bitrus Laori, Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions

In a report of a petition by L/CPL Ordu Odiereke against the Nigerian Army for unlawful dismissal from service, laid: 6/5/2026), the House urged the Nigerian Army to reinstate the petitioner into the service of the Nigerian Army, with restoration of his career progression, including appropriate rank adjustment where applicable, having regard to his years of service and wrongful dismissal; alternatively, where reinstatement is impracticable pay full compensation equivalent to his lost career, including all salaries, allowances, promotions, and retirement benefits due from 2017 to date; pay all outstanding arrears of salaries and entitlements owed to the petitioner from

the period of his detention to the date of compliance. The House urged the Army to

ensure that administrative and disciplinary procedures within the Nigerian Army is in

compliance with constitutional guarantees of fair hearing.

A report on petition by Wisdom and

Grace on behalf of Mr. Anthony Onyeabor Against Aso Savings and Loans PLC, on alleged illegal, unjustified, and fraudulent concession of House at Sungold Estate Galadimawa, FCT Abuja to the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, laid: 23/4/2026, the House held that the transaction was conducted in bad faith, and is therefore irregular, unjustified,

and tainted with elements of fraud;. The House

urged Aso Savings and Loans Plc, through its liquidator, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance

Corporation (NDIC), in conjunction with the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission

(ICPC), to immediately take steps to reverse the transfer house to the petitioner, and where restitution in kind is no longer practicable, the petitioner should be fully compensated with the current market value of the property, assessed at ₦250,000,000.00.

The Green Chamber urged relevant law enforcement and regulatory agencies to conduct a thorough investigation

into the circumstances surrounding the transfer, with a view to determining any criminal liability arising from the apparent breach of trust, misrepresentation, and abuse of process, ensuring that appropriate sanctions be imposed on any institution found culpable, to serve as a deterrent and to uphold the integrity of mortgage and property transactions in Nigeria.

The House in a report on a petition by

Human Rights Radio and Television (Brekete Family) on behalf of eight (8) Senior Staff of Biwater Nigeria Ltd against the Management of Biwater Nigeria Ltd for alleged failure to pay staff pensions and redundancy allowances, laid:6/5/2026 urged the respondent to immediately pay all outstanding salaries and allowances owed to the affected staff and remit all outstanding pension contributions to the respective Pension Fund Administrators, including statutory penalties and accrued interest.

In a report on a petition by

Nsisan-Obari Royal Palace Alesa Council of Chiefs against Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd for alleged violation of PIA 2022 referred: 27/4/2024, the House directed that Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Limited shall formally recognize Alesa Community as a host community in line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), 2021; the company shall, within 30 days, establish the Alesa

Host Community Development Trust/Committee in compliance with Chapter 3 of the PIA as well as pay sum of ₦35,000,000,000.00 being outstanding 3% host community entitlement from August 2022 to February 2026 into the designated account

of the Host Community Development Trust,

that the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and other

relevant regulatory bodies shall ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the PIA and failure to comply with these directives shall attract sanctions as provided under the

Petroleum Industry Act and other applicable laws.

The Green Chamber on petition by

City-Point Global Properties and Investment Limited against the Federal Mortgage Bank of

Nigeria on alleged non-release and disbursement of the loan sum of ₦479,187,955.20 for the development of one hundred sixty Housing Units along Bende Road, Umuahia North Local

Government Area, Abia State referred: 3/9/2024, held that the respondent shall, in collaboration with the petitioner, restructure the loan facility to reflect

current market realities, updated bills of quantities, and project viability; further disbursement shall be milestone-based, subject to strict monitoring and certification by

the respondent; and that both parties shall agree on a clear implementation timeline for resumption and completion of

the project under regulatory supervision.

On the petition by Raymond Asada against Management of the Bank of Agriculture for unfair treatment in matter of promotion by Management of Bank of Industry, laid:13/2/2024, the case was struck out as the petitioner could not proof that the scored above 70 percent as alleged and the purported illegal panel was duly constituted and the exam monitored by independent bodies like the civil society organization and Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE).

On the petition by SurePath Solicitors against DSP Uche Okeke (D.C.O Unity Police Division, Abakpa-Nike Enugu State) and Inspector Romanus Ugwuanyi (IPO) for the alleged torture and murder of Mr. Kingsley

Agwuna (Alias Temple), who died on 8 September 2024, referred:29/10/2024, the House urged the Inspector-General of Police to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Kingsley Agwuna and ensure the immediate arrest and prosecution of all officers involved in the unlawful killing.

On the petition by

Inspector Danladi Kwalpung against the Nigerian Correctional Service for Non-Compliance with Court Order for his reinstatement to service referred:20/5/2025,

the House urged the Nigerian Correctional Service to immediately reinstate Inspector I.C Danladi Kwalpung to the service without further delay and that the Service should pay all outstanding salaries, entitlements, and benefits due to the petitioner from the date of his discharge and acquittal by the Federal High Court, Jos on 27th November, 2024. It urged the Service to comply strictly with the provisions of the Public Service Rules in handling similar matters henceforth to avoid unwarranted administrative injustices

On the petition by Advanced Coating Technology Ltd against Precise Construction and Engineering Projects

Ltd seeking outstanding payment for Mechanical Construction Services Rendered on Oml-13 EPF Project, Iko, Akwa-Ibom State, the House urged the company to pay the sum of N182,855,068.00 to Advanced Coating Technology Nigeria Limited, being verified expenditure incurred prior to wrongful contract termination.

On the petition by Rev. Dr. Johnson O. Odii on behalf of Mgbom Na. Achara Development Union in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, a cry for government intervention to save their souls referred: 13/2/2024, the House urged the Inspector-General of Nigeria Police, the Director-General, Department of State Services and the Chief of Defense Staff to set up a Joint Task Force, including the army, as well as establishing Army Checkpoints at strategic position in the area that will crackdown and unravel the remote and immediate causes of the security breaches in the area, apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators immediately.

The House on the petition by Mr.

Bolaji Yunus, Chief Executive Officer of Bolaful Solution Ventures, against Access Bank PLC,

14/15 Prince Alaba Abiodun Oniru Road, Victoria Island, Lagos, whose signage fell on him while he was on official duty, and which the bank failed to treat, referred:24/10/2023, urged the management of Access Bank Plc to continue engaging the petitioner by giving him

contracts on repair job of signage to enable him sustain his livelihood.

On the petition by Mrs. Nwosu Cynthia Chinonyerem against the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) over her Unlawful Dismissal, laid:29/10/2025,

the House held that the dismissal of Mrs. Nwosu Cynthia Chinonyerem is procedurally defective, unjust, and in violation of due process; urging the NIMASA to reinstate

Mrs. Nwosu Cynthia Chinonyerem to her position without loss of seniority; it also

urged the agency to pay all outstanding

entitlements, benefits, and arrears of salary, and accord her due promotions up to date, in

line with her contemporaries.

On the petition by Funmi Adeogun & co. On behalf of Olatone Abdulsalam Ventures Ltd against Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) & 7 others for illegal ejection and estruction of property, laid: 23/7/ 2025,

the House held that Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria should restore the petitioner to complete the unexpired lease term; directed prompt adequate compensation should be paid at fair market value for Illegal ejection, destruction of property and Harassment.

On the petition by Sej Duc Engineering Nigeria Ltd on matters rrising from non-payment of expenditure incurred by Sej Duc Engineering Nigeria Limited on OML 110 prior to its sale by Cavendish Petroleum to Damas Petrochemicals and Refinery (A

Company Owned by Abdul Samad Rabiu, Chairman of Bua Group) laid: 23/7/ 2025,

the House urged the Cavendish Petroleum and Kainos Exploration & Production Company Nigeria Ltd to pay Sej Duc Engineering Nigeria Limited the sum of: USD 8,581,015, and

₦18,361,250, for breach of contract and operational liabilities; that the Inspector General of Police should investigate Cavendish Petroleum and Kainos Exploration for fraudulent misrepresentation, breach of contract, and possible economic

sabotage and suspend all production activities on OML 110 until full legislative resolution and settlement of outstanding liabilities.

The parliament on the petition 530 disengaged staff of Nigeria Ports Authority against the Nigeria Ports Authority for Alleged refusal to implement approved payment of full and miscellaneous benefit; 15 years pension arrears and enrolment of eligible members into the defined pension scheme, laid:21/5/2024).

upheld the position of the NPA that the petitioners were duly paid all their entitlements in line with the applicable conditions of service as at the time of their disengagement in May

2008; recognized the 200% one-year total emolument payment as a final and conclusive

settlement, arising from the negotiated agreement between the NPA management and the union representing the disengaged staff.

(iii) that there is no legal or equitable basis for any further financial claims by the petitioners

against the NPA, as all obligations have been fully discharged and that any petitioner who is yet to consider his or her pension benefit should liaise with their Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) to ensure the release and payment of funds already remitted on their behalf.

On the petition by Hon. Paul

Sunday Nnamchi on behalf of members of Gutenberg Print Professionals Association of Nigeria (GUPPAN) against some Groups working against the Implementation of theChartered Institute of

Professional Printers of Nigeria Act, 2007 (CIPPON) laid:29/10/2025, the House ecognized Printer Koko T. Clement as the duly elected and legitimate President and

Chairman in Council of the Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria (CIPPON); that Mr. Olugbemi Malomo and Mr. Babajide Salako to desist forthwith from parading

themselves as leaders of CIPPON and to comply fully with the judgments in

FHC/JAL/CS/4/2022 and CA/YL/83/2024.

The House urged the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation Agency to recover all institutional assets, documents, and financial instruments in unauthorized possession and restore same to the lawful Council.

On the petition by Lady Grace Nguwase Ayoo against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for alleged career stagnation, laid:5/5/2026, the Parliament

urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to review the case of the Petitioner with a view to ensuring that her career progression reflects her years of service, experience, and subsequent performance;

that the respondent shall, within thirty (30) days, constitute an independent and

transparent panel to reassess the petitioner’s promotion status, considering her

performance in subsequent promotion examinations (2019-2022), work record, and

available vacancies and where the reassessment establishes that the petitioner was unfairly treated or disadvantaged, the respondent shall grant her appropriate promotion(s), including notional promotion with corresponding financial benefits and seniority adjustments.

On the petition by Commit Technology and Consult Ltd against the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs and PCL International Ltd on alleged fraudulent conduct, misrepresentation, and breach of joint venture agreement in the implementation laid:5/5/2026, the House urged the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs to intensify diplomatic engagement with the

Government of Sierra Leone and the World Bank to ensure full restitution of the contract

sum of USD 304,519.77 to Commit Technology & Consult Ltd and facilitate reputational

redress for the petitioner; and ensure the recovery and refund of the total contract sum unlawfully appropriated by PCL International Ltd to the petitioner, being the rightful lead technical partner in the joint venture.

The House on the petitions by Award Winning

Consult Ltd on behalf of Stephen Odachi Against Midwestern Oil & Gas Limited demanding for compliance to Local Content Act 2010, Rent/Remuneration or Purchase for the Extensive use of the

Odachi family land, housing oil well without freedom to operate agreement thereby abusing Oil Pipeline Licence Act 1990 article 15 and 70 (H) of Nigeria Oil & Gas Industry Central Act 2010 N.O.G.I.C. Acts 2020, laid:23/6/2025,

urged the Midwestern Oil & Gas Company Limited to pay the sum of N450,000,000.00 as accumulated arears of land rent due to Mr. Stephen Odachi covering the period (2009 to 2024) at the cost of N30,000,000.00 per annum.

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