PRESS RELEASESouthwest Caucus of the House of Representatives Announces Passage of Bill to Establish the South West Development Commission.
PRESS RELEASE Southwest Caucus of the House of Representatives Announces Passage of Bill to Establish the South West Development Commission. Abuja, Nigeria - June 6, 2024: The Southwest Caucus of the House of Representatives is pleased to announce the successful passage of the "Bill for an Act to Establish the South West Development Commission (HB.283)" by the House of Representatives on Thursday, June 6, 2024. The bill, which aims to address critical infrastructural, ecological, and developmental challenges in the Southwest region, will now be transmitted to the Senate for concurrence. Rt. Hon. Dr James Abiodun Faleke, Chairman of the Southwest Caucus, expressed his gratitude to his colleagues for their overwhelming support for the bill. He stated, "This bill represents a collective and multipartisan effort by all Members of the House of Representatives from the Southwest states. It underscores our shared commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced ...