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3. ELECTION OF MR. SPEAKER AND DEPUTY SPEAKER
4. OATH OF OFFICE OF MR. SPEAKER/DEPUTY SPEAKER
5. SPEAKER’S ADDRESS
6. OATH OF OFFICE OF MEMBERS-ELECT BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY.
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 001 ST LEGISLATIVE DAY TUESDAY, 14 TH JUNE, 2011 THE HOUSE ME AT 10:30 A.M.
PRAYERS
Clerk : Members-elect, you are welcome to Bauchi State House of Assembly; before I proceed I would like to call on a Member-elect Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu to give us opening prayers.
Prayers were conducted accordingly
Clerk : Members-elect, my name is Bala Abdullahi, Clerk, Bauchi State House of Assembly, let me start by congratulating you all for your victory at the polls, as Members of the highest Law making body in the State. Present to witness your inauguration is His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, Mallam (Dr) Isa Yuguda, the Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Alhaji Sagir Aminu Saleh, and of course dignitaries too numerous to mention by names. By virtue of Section 105 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended, the powers conferred on His Excellency, the Governor to issue a proclamation to be read by the Clerk to the House, signalling the commencement of inauguration of the State House of Assembly. The Governor has accordingly issued the proclamation for records, and I wish to read the said proclamation.
A PROCLAMATION
UNDER THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA 1999
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BY HIS EXCELLENCY MALLAM (DR) ISA YUGUDA GOVERNOR OF BAUCHI STATE OF NIGERIA
MALAM (DR) ISA YUGUDA GOVERNOR BAUCHI STATE
WHERE AS, it is provided in Sub-Section(3) of Section 105 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 that the person elected as Governor shall have powers to issue a proclamation for the holding of the First Session of the State Assembly immediately after his being Sworn-in.
NOW THEREFORE I, MALAM (DR) ISA YUGUDA Governor, Bauchi State in exercise of the powers conferred upon me by Sub-Section (3) of Section 105 aforesaid, and all other powers enabling me in that behalf, hereby proclaim that the first Session of the Bauchi State House of Assembly shall hold at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday 13 th June, 2007 in the House of Assembly, Bauchi.
GIVEN under my hand and the public seal of Bauchi State
This Fourteenth day of JUNE two thousand and eleven
SIGNED MALAM (DR) ISA YUGUDA GOVERNOR BAUCHI STATE
Clerk : Members-elect that is the authority for us to hold this sitting. Another Constitutional matter is the nominal calls. The purpose is to confirm the quorum of the House.
Roll Call - All Hon. Members were present except the Member-elect representing Lame Constituency.
Presentation of INEC Certificate of Return and Asset Declaration Form from Code of Conduct Bureau .
Clerk : Having done that, Section 94(i) of the Constitution provided that a roll call of all the Members should be made and each member should come to the Clerk-at-
- 3 - table and present his/her certificate of return from INEC and evidence of Declaration of Assets from Code of Conduct Bureau, that must be complied with, that is Certificate of Return from INEC and Acknowledgement receipt from Code of Conduct Bureau, and Assets Declaration. We are lucky we have got the list from the Bureau. The purpose is to fulfil the Constitutional requirement. I will call your names one after the other, you will then come out and bring your certificates and publicly place them on the table. We shall cross-check them to confirm to us whether or not you were
actually elected. There are two Officers assigned to do this job.
(Accordingly all Members-elect did that) .
ELECTION OF MR. SPEAKER
Clerk : Members-elect, every Member is a potential Speaker amongst his colleagues and this shall be done today and now, since there must be a leader to govern any Community. The Speaker is elected by Hon. Members. Now, before nomination, I want to state that I, Bala Abdullahi – Permanent Secretary/Clerk to the House and the Returning Officer for Mr. Speaker and Deputy Speaker, will start with the election of Mr. Speaker. Now, Members-elect, I will now call for nomination. I recognised Member-elect, Abdulkadir Umar Dewu to make his nomination. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi): Mr. Clerk, Members-elect, it is an honour for me to stand before this Hon. House this morning, today to nominate a Speaker that will preside over the affairs of this Hon. House. I nominate Yahaya Mohammed Miya – Member-elect from Ganjuwa West. It is indeed a great privilege and honour to me to stand before you to present the citation of an indefatigable Gentleman in person of Alhaji Yahaya Mohammed Miya – Member-elect in the State Assembly of Bauchi State. He is a gentleman, he has made tremendous stride in the development of the State. He is hardworking, possessed unalloyed commitment and loyalty to his responsibility. Let me read the biography of my nominee. Citation of Alhaji Yahaya Muhammad Miya, Member-Elect Bauchi State House of Assembly Representing Ganjuwa West Constituency . It is indeed a great privilege and honour to me to stand before you
- 4 - to present the citation of an indefatigable Gentleman in person of Alhaji Yahaya Mohammed Miya – Member elect in the Bauchi State Assembly representing Ganjuwa West Constituency. Unarguably, this brilliant, meticulous and hard working gentleman who is right now standing before us in very sound health and high spirit has made a lot of tremendous sacrifices towards the developments of this State and the nation in general. An advocate of good policies, who always accord respect, support and loyalty to this government as rightly deserves. He always works hand in hand with the government with a view to enhance its effectiveness by his positive attitudes and unalloyed commitments to his responsibilities without undue compromise. In fact I am so delighted with every sense of patriotism to give thanks to Almighty Allah for all His mercies to this great Country particularly for decreeing Hon. Yahaya Mohammed Miya to be a Member of the State House of Assembly at this trying period. I believe it is formulated principally with determination in mind and with appropriate objectives of achieving success within our framework. An experience administrator and financial manager of excellent reputation whom we always find his courtesy and assistance very encouraging and of remarkable importance. He made as much mark in the development of our democracy and practice as he made in the area of administration and financial management in the public service. Yahaya Mohammed Miya is a timeout resource material to this regime on account of his hard work, loyalty and support to this administration coupled with encouragement put into place for the PDP in the State. It is our conviction that an excellent performance in the public Sector is possible with the right spirit and right team. Mr. Clerk Sir, permit me to narrate the citation of Yahaya Mohammed Miya Member-elect Ganjuwa West Constituency in Bauchi State House of Assembly – (1) Alhaji Yahaya Mohamed Miya was born in Miya Village of Ganjuwa Local Government Area of Bauchi State on the 2 nd September, 1959. Both of his parents are of Muslim backgrounds. (2) He attended Central Primary School Miya from 1969-1975. (3) He attended Staff Training Centre Azare for his Post Primary Education from 1982-1983 where he obtains Confidential Secretary IV Certificate. - 5 -
(4) Thereafter he attended Federal Polytechnic Bauchi from 1985 1988 where he obtains His Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts) and Audit and OND in Accountancy. (5) From there he moves to Kano State Polytechnic in 1989-1991 where he obtains HND Accountancy. (6) He also attended University of Jos from 1993-1994 where he obtains Advance National Diploma in Public Administration. (7) Yahaya Mohammed Miya also attended Abubakar Tafawa- Balewa University Bauchi from 1996-1997 where he obtains Post Graduate Diploma in (Finance). (8) also he attended Bayero University Kano in 2000-2001 where he obtains Masters-Degree in Public Policy and Administration.
Yahaya Mohammed Miya has been making contributions to his community since he was young. At primary school level he held the post of - a Class Monitor from his primary I-VI from 1969-1974. - He also became the Head-Boy of Miya Primary School in 1975. - At Arabic Teachers College Gombe he held the position of Assistant Head-boy in 1982. - At Staff Training Centre Azare, he held the position of the Centre’s Secretary in 1983. - At the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, he held the post of a Class representative. Moreover in his position as public servant he held many post at the State and Local Government levels such as the - Branch Secretary/Chairman NULGE - State Chairman NULGE, and - State Treasurer Nigeria Labour Congress, - Member Local Government Service Commission, - Member Local Government Pension Board, - National Vice Chairman NULGE and - 6 -
- Zonal Public Secretary PDP North East Zone. Apart from responsibilities he held since he was young and at school and other ad-hoc responsibilities aforementioned, Yahaya Mohammed Miya also confronted so many arduous responsibilities in his capacity as a worker; with both the Local and the State Governments respectively. He was one time a - Class Teacher in 1982. - A Clerical Officer Accounts 1983-1985, - Executive Officer Accounts 1987-1988, - Higher Executive Officer Accounts 1988-1991, - Local Government Education Authority Treasurer 1991-1994. - Head of Finance and supply 1995-1998, - Executive Chairman (Ganjuwa LGA) 1999-2002. - Special Assistant (Budget & Planning) 2002-2004, - Executive Chairman (Ganjuwa LGA) 2004-2006.
Clerk to the House Sir, Memers-elect, mention must be made specifically to you, that Yahaya Mohammed Miya, out of my own conviction and on account of his sheer determination and numerous services he rendered in Nation building coupled with his magnanimity in the areas of human development based on his experience at different levels of governance, someone whom we can trust, deserves to be the Speaker Bauchi State House of Assembly. It is based on the foregoing that I passionately wish to make this appeal. By and large I wish to say sound leadership shall be the basis of success for every dynamic and meaningful assembly devoid of rancor and disintegration. Thank you, may God bless Bauchi, may God bless Nigeria. . Abdullahi Mukhtar (Udubo): Mr. Clerk, Members-elect, the nomination by my colleague is in order, from what I have heard and what you have heard, and he is calm, composed and a dedicated person. I hereby second the motion that Alhaji Yahaya Mohammed Miya should be the Speaker of this Hon. House. Thank you Sir. Clerk : Members elect, Yahaya Mohammed Miya has been nominated and seconded to be the Speaker of this Hon. House. I will now call on him to indicate whether he has accepted the nomination or otherwise.
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Yahaya Mohammed Miya (Ganjuwa West): Mr. Clerk, Members-elect, I stand before you to accept my nomination as Mr. Speaker and to offer myself to the services of Bauchi State House of Assembly. Clerk : Any further nominations? Several Members : No! No!! Clerk : In the absence of any further nominations, I declare nominations closed; and declare Yahaya Mohammed Miya as Speaker.
ACCORDINGLY MR. SPEAKER TOOK OATH OF ALLEGIANCE, OFFICE AND MEMBERSHIP
MR. SPEAKER WAS ACCORDINGLY DECORATED WITH HIS CEREMONIAL ATTIRE
ELECTION OF DEPUTY SPEAKER
Clerk : Members-elect, May I have your attention please. Order please! we are not yet done, we are going to conduct the election of Deputy Speaker. Any nomina- tion please? I recognise Member-elect from Itas/Gadau. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Clerk, Members elect, I stand before you to nominate Saleh Abubakar Dumba to be the Deputy Speaker of this Hon. House. Saleh Abubakar Dumba was born in Lukshi-Dass Local Government in 1954, attended Primary School in 1960-1969, Government Crafts School, Gombe in 1970-1972, Ramat Technical College Maiduguri in 1973- 1973, Obtained Course 820 C-G Electrical Installation Work, Course B C-G Electrical Installation Works, (Distinction), Proceed to Electronic Technical Institute, Denver Colorado. U.S.A. Certificate Obtained: Diploma Electrical Technologist, Diploma Electronic Communication, Diploma Television Technicians in 1977 – 1980, Certificate of achievement from Department of State Agency of international Development U.S.A. 1979. Working experience: Ministry of Work/Transport 1977-1980, Bauchi Radio Corporation 1980-2000. Assistant Director Technical Services – Retired 2000 and Joined Comfax Nigerian Limited, Apapa Lagos as Senior Engineer 2000-2006. I beg to move.
- 8 - Clerk : Members-elect, Saleh Abubakar Dumba has been nominated as Deputy Speaker, any seconder? I recognise Member-elect Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Clerk, Members-elect, I stand before you to second the motion moved by Member-elect Bello Mashema that Saleh Abubakar Dumba take the seat of Deputy Speaker of this Hon. House. Clerk : Members-elect, Saleh Abubakar Dumba is duly nominated and seconded to take the seat of the Deputy Speaker of this Hon. House, I will now call on him to either accept the nomination or decline. Mr. Saleh Abubakar Dumba please. Saleh Abubakar Dumba (Dass): Mr. Clerk, Members-elect, I stand before you to accept the nomination and offer myself to the services of Bauchi House of sembly. Clerk : Any further nomination for the office of Deputy Speaker? Several Members : No! No!!. Clerk : In the absence of further nomination I declare nominations closed; and to declare Saleh Abubakar Dumba as Deputy Speaker. Having come thus far, I will now call on Deputy Speaker to come forward for the Swearing-in.
ACCORDIBNGLY ABUBAKAR SALEH DUMBA TAKES OATH OF OFFICE, ALLEGIANCE AND MEMBERSHIP AS DEPUTY SPEAKER
Clerk : Members-elect, while congratulating Hon. Dumba as Deputy Speaker, I now call on the Speaker-elect for his Oath. (Several Members applause) as Yahaya Mohammed Miya moves forward to take Oath.
ACCORDINGLY THE OATH OF OFFICE AND MEMBERSHIP WAS ADMINISTERED ON YAHAYA MOHAMEMD MIYA AS MR. SPEAKER AND SUBSEQUENT DECORATION WITH HIS CEREMONIAL ATTITRE .
Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Deputy Speaker Sir, Members-elect, with the Swearing-in of Mr. Speaker and Deputy Speaker, I have now completed my assignment with the election of Mr. Speaker and his Deputy. Mr. Speaker will now take charge of the affairs of the House. Mr. Speaker will start by reading his acceptance speech, thereafter administer Oath of Office on other Members-elect.
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SPEAKER’S ADDRESS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, it is with gratitude to Almighty Allah (SWT) that I welcome you all, to this most important and significant aspect of our democratic process:- the inauguration of yet another session of the elected Members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly. The strategic importance of the legislature as another Arm of the Government cannot be underestimated. Let me use this opportunity to express my deepest and sincere gratitude to the people of Bauchi State, especially the electorates who thought it most-wise to elect us into this exalted Chamber, under various political platforms. Indeed, we are most grateful and thankful to each and every citizen of Bauchi State for this honour. I would like to convey our appreciation to Mr. President Dr. Good-luck Jonathan GCFR and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for creating a level playing field which led to the successful organisation of a free and fair election in April, 2011. That singular effort was a clear testimony of the sincerity and good intention of the government in the peaceful handing over of power from Democratically Elected Civilian to Civilian Administration in the Country. This effort is therefore, worthy of commendation. It is absolutely necessary to commend the Bauchi State Government for its untiring efforts which ensured the prevalence of peace and security for the smooth conduct of elections throughout the State. Although, some misguided elements did try to sub-vert the noble intention of the government by causing some distractions which resulted to loss of lives and property, the State Government must be commended for the prompt and timely measures taken to contain the violence. Fellow Honourable Colleagues, our assignment is very clear and unambiguous. We are solely charged with the responsibility of making laws for the good of our State. Our primary function as law makers is therefore, to enact laws to guide the functions of the Executive Arm. It is in this direction that I call on us to work as a team by remaining focused and stead fast in the discharge of our responsibilities to live up to the expectations of the electorate. We need to concen- trate on the enactment of laws that are progressive, responsive and dynamic to ensure the accelerated transformation of our State. My Honourable Colleagues, the time for bench-warming and absenteeism in this Chamber is gone forever. We must strife to be proactive and issues oriented in our approach to governance. We need not wait until executive bills are presented to us before we make laws. We must initiate laws that would bring development closer to the grassroots in the State. We must understand that we have serious challenges necessitating hard work and team work to make our State the envy of other States. My dear colleagues, if - 10 - at the end of our tenure in 2015, we succeed in laying a good foundation for a peaceful, purposeful and stable government which permits the growth and development of the State anchored on mutual co-operation, tolerance, and understanding, then all of us here shall have cause to be proud of this day. My fellow colleagues, we should realize that our role as a legislature is probably the most significant in our efforts to give Bauchi State a place of pride in its historical processes. We must therefore, not forget that we have a historic mission and must conduct ourselves in the must honourable manner. We must act and guide ourselves as law makers in accordance with acceptable norms and code of behaviours expected of us. We should therefore, understand and abide by the limits of our authority, and not abuse our powers. We should always remember that call to duty requires us to be responsive, responsible, productive, proactive, upright and committed to offer our best to the people of Bauchi State. Your Excellency, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, as legislators, we need to commit ourselves to a decision making process that will always be guided by the principles of engagement, consensus and consultation. Our commitment to democracy requires that we adhere to its basic tenets so that we would remove the mistrust usually associated with leadership by the electorates. Let me use this opportunity to commend the position taken by His Excellency (Dr) Mal. Isa Yuguda the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, to run an open door policy in the exercise of his functions a governor. It is heart-warming that our governor intends to operate principally within the parameters set by the law and tenets of democracy. I want to emphasize that the executive arm of government and legislature have already established a good understanding and are very much ready to work hand-in-hand for the progress of Bauchi State. At this junction it is pertinent to state that our doors are open to advice and necessary guidance. We shall remain loyal to our royal fathers and always accord them the respect expected from us. We therefore, appeal to them to consider us as their son land daughters and give us the necessary fatherly advice and guidance in the discharge of our responsibilities. I want to inform all religious, and community leaders and other stakeholders, that our doors are open and we shall remain ears to the ground always to receive their advice in the execution of our functions. Once again, it is my ardent hope that our deliberations will enrich our faith and rekindle our hope in the future of this State. I congratulate each and every one of us, and pray that we shall discharge our duty faithfully without fear or favour and in the public interest. I want to assure you that on my part, I would as much as possible provide a good leadership that will give Bauchi State a good name and goodwill amongst the States Houses of Assembly in Nigeria. I also want to express my appreciation to my colleagues, for
- 11 - the confidence they have in chosen me as the Speaker. It is indeed, a truism that we are all equals and I don’t lay claim to any better qualification than anyone of you. However, destiny plays a key role in my election to lead this Honourable House. I therefore, promise to carry each and every one of you along, together we shall give our best to our Constituencies. I seek for your cooperation and understanding in the discharge of this onerous task. I would like to end by calling on all the staff of this Honourable House to give us their best in our efforts to give ours to the State. I also want to appeal to both the Security Agencies, the Media and the General Public to accord us their maximum support and cooperation in the discharge of our mandate. We shall accommodate all in the journey to a greater Bauchi State. Finally, while appreciating all those who are chanced to witness this ceremony, I pray to Almighty Allah to grant you journey mercies back to your destinations, may He grants us the Wisdom, courage, good health and the ability to serve the State better? Thank you and God bless. Members-elect, with the powers conferred on me, we will go straight to the Swearing-in of other Members-elect. Those who are to swear should move to the right hand side, while those who want to affirm should please move to the left hand side.
ACCORDINGLY THE OATH OF ALLEGIANCE AND OFFICE WERE ADMINISTERED ON OTHER MEMBERS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, I just want to add that His Excellency the Governor Mal.(Dr) Isa Yuguda is in our midst and because of his tight schedules, I suggest that we allow him to take his leave, do you agree?
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Executive Governor and his entourage do take their leave .
A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : The Leaders of our great party PDP have met and resolved as follows:- (a) that Hon. Adoji Abdu Disisna Should be the Majority Leader (b) that Hon. Danlami A. Kawule should be the Majority Whip
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(c) that Hon. Baba A. Suleiman should be the Minority Leader (d) that Hon. Thukur Ibrahim should be the Minority Whip
With this, I would like to inform all that the Leadership of the House is constituted. I would like to thank His Excellency the Governor and the Deputy Governor for their cooperation and support. I also would like to announce that all Hon. Members who are yet to sign their Oath forms should do so with the Clerk immediately after adjournment. His Excellency the Governor is inviting all Hon. Members to the Swearing-in of the following officers at Government House by 1.00 pm.:-
(a) Chief of General Staff (b) Head of Civil Service (c) Chief Press Secretary
A D J O U R N M E N T
Mr. Speaker : I will now call on the Majority Leader to move for the adjournment please. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to crave your indulgence to adjourn sitting Sine-die. Hon. Baba A Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House adjourned sitting sine-die.
Accordiongly the House adjourned its sitting at about 11:55 a.m.
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 031 st LEGISALTIVE DAY TUESDAY, 26 th JULY, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:15 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
On Official Assignment :
1. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - (Bogoro)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let us go through the Votes and Proceedings and see whether there is any observation or amendment to be made. Okay in the absence of any, can someone move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings? Yes Hon. Dan Abba Shehu. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu : (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, my Colleagues Hon. Members, Having gone through the Votes and Proceedings, without any observation or amendments to make, I stand to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of 14 th July, 2011. Mr. Speaker: Yes any Seconder? Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Dan’abba Shehu for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings. I beg to second.
(Questiion put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of 14 July, 2011 stood adopted .
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Mr. Speaker : Hon. Mermbers, the next item is the Oath of Office and the Oath of Alligence of a Member Elect. Hon. Members, if you can recall last time when we took the Oath of office here in the Chamber, Hon. C. Nuhu was not around, that is Member Elect from Lame Constituency. However, the member is now here with us today ready to be Sworn in. Hon. Member you can come forward and take your Oath please. Hon. Member do you want to affirm or you want to Swear?
Member Elect : I want to Affirm.
OATH OF ALLEGIANCE
OATH OF ALLEGIANCE OF THE MEMBER-ELECT
Accordingly, Oath of Office and Allegiance was conducted on Member-elect Yusuf C. Nuhu from Lame Constituency by Hon. Speaker.
Mr. Speaker : Clerk allocate seat for him, Hon. Members, thank you very much, the next item on the Order Paper is announcement.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, under this item as you are aware, going by the Standing Orders of the Hon. House, each and every Hon. Member is supposed to be allocated with a Seat in the Chamber. However, the Seats are numbered and I read as follows-
S/NO CONSTITUENCY SEAT NO.
1. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale (Bauchi Central) 14 2. Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu (Sade) 17 3. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi) 20 4. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassaqn Ningi (Ningi) 05 5. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo) 15 6. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu (Giade) 12 7. Hon. Adamu A. Manu (Ganjuwa East) 16 8. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina Majority Lead (Disina) 26 9. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed (Dam/Dag/Jalam) 19 - 3 -
10. Hon. Auwal Haassan (Shira) 07 11. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman Minority Lead. (Azare) 21 12. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara (Madara/Chinade) 04 13. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma) 06 14. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau) 18 15. Hon. Bello Saarki Jadori (Gamawa) 09 16. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra) 11 17. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule Majority Whip. (Zungur/Galambi) 27 18. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo) 28 19. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa) 29 20. Hon. Haladu Jalli (Sakwa) 02 21. Hon. Ibrahim M. Jalo (Duguri/Gwana 03 22. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji) 08 23. Hon. Ilyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula) 13 24. Hon. Moh’d Bello Gidado (Pali) 23 25. Hon. Mu’d DanAbba Shehu (Katagum) 25 26. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna (Bogoro) 30 27. Hon. Sale Mohammed (Jama’are) 10 28. Hon. Saleh Abubakar D. D/Speaker (Dass) 01 29. Hon. Tukur Ibrahim Minority Whip (Toro/Jama’a) 24 30. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame) 22
All Hon. Members are expected to take their seats by tomorrow.
ORDER OF THE DAY
PRESENTATION OF REPORT BY THE SELECTION COMMITTEE AND MOTION TO ADOPT HAUSA AS A SECOND LANGUAGE BY HON. ABDULAKDIR MOHAMMED WAHU IN THE CHAMBER.
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the next item in the Order of the Day, is presentation of Report by the Selection Committee Chaired by my humble self as well as the presentation of a motion. But however, we are going to start with the presentation of a motion by Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu.
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Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand before you to allow me move a motion to present my Motion to adopt Hausa as a second Language in the Chamber during Proceedings. Mr. Speaker : Yes any Seconder? Hon. Abdulkadir Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by our Colleague to adopt Hausa as a Second Language to be used in the Chamber.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Motion be presented before the Hon. House .
Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, the Motion, a call on the Bauchi State House of Assembly to adopt Hausa as a second Language in conducting its Business. You are aware that the functions of the legislators are enormous, among which include making laws and addressing other problems face by the citizens. It is therefore important that Legis- lators convey their activities to their electorates in a language they understand most hence the use of a popular and widely spoken language which in the case of Bauchi State, it is Hausa. As provided by section 97 of the 1999 Constitution “the business of the State House of Assembly shall be conducted in English, but the House may in addition to English conduct the business of the House in one or more other languages spoken in the State as the House may by resolution approve” Same is also provided in our Standing Orders. Prayers: In line with what has been mentioned, I urge the Honourable House to resolve and adopt Hausa to be the second language in conducting the business of the Hon. House. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members I beg to move. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu have just read his motion before the Hon. House and the floor is now open for contribution. Yes any contribution? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this is a welcome development. Already there is a provision in the Nigeria Constitution of 1999, that apart from English Language, any House of Assembly can adopt the Language that is widely acceptable in the State. More importantly, 97% of both the State Legislature and the indigenes of the State speak Hausa Language. Therefore, without any hesitation, I stand to move a motion that the motion be adopted since it is backed by Constitution.
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(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Motion stood adopted. Hausa became official Second Language in addition to English in the Chambers .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, as you are aware the Selection Committee has been mandated by the House to carefully Scrutinize the C.Vs of Hon. Members to Select among them, Chairmen as well as Members of various Committees of this House. The Committee, after carefully studying the credentials of all Hon. Members, which was Chaired by my humble self, is therefore, coming up with the following Chairmen and Members of the various Committees of this Hon. House and I read: REPORT OF THE SELECTION COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMEN AND MEMBERS OF SPECIAL AND STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY PRESENTED TO THE HOUSE FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE CHAIRMAN SELECTION COMMITTEE HON. YAHAYA MUHAMMED MIYA (SPEAKER) ON 26 TH JULY, 2011. PREAMBLE:- Honourable Members, as you are aware that by virtue of Section 103 of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended and Order 15 of the Standing Orders of the Bauchi State House of Assembly 2011, this Honourable House at its sitting No.001 of Tuesday 14 th June, 2011 approved the composition of the Selection Committee whose functions include:- (a) Nominating Members to serve on any Ad-hoc Committee to consider any Special matter brought to Honourable House. (b) Nominating such members as may be going on Parliamentary delegation and (c) Selection of members of Special and Standing Committees
2. The Honourable House also mandated the Selection Committee to make recommendations for the establishment of Special and Standing Committees for the consideration of the Honourable House. This is based on the realization that activities in the legislature are better regulated and managed by means of Committees for effective participation of all the Honourable members with a view to achieving results.
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3. It is in view of the constitutional provisions stated in the foregoing paragraphs that the Committee of Selection recommends the establishment of five (5) Special Committees and twenty-one (21) Standing Committees as follows:-
A. SPECIAL COMMITTEES
1. Selection Committee 2. Rules and Business Committee 3. House Services Committee 4. Public Petitions and Human Rights Committee 5. Public Accounts Committee
B. STANDING COMMITTEES
1. Anti-Corruption, Ethics and Privileges Committees 2. Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee 3. Finance and Economic Development Committee 4. Education Committee 5. Housing and Environment Committee 6. Lands and Survey Committee 7. Youths and Sports Committee 8. Health Committee 9. Works and Transport Committee 10. Public Service Committee 11. Women Affairs Committee 12. Information Committee 13. Cabinet Services Committee 14. Commerce and Industries Committee 15. Tourism and Culture Committee 16. Judiciary Committee 17. Rural Development Committee 18. Appropriation Committee 19. Establishment Committee 20. Security Committee 21. Water Resources Committee
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MEMBERSHIP OF COMMITTEE
1. SELECTION COMMITTEE
1. Rt. Hon. Yahaya Mohammed Miya (Speaker) - Chairman 2. Hon. Saleh abubakar Dumba (D/Speaker) - Member 3. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Maj. Leader) - Member 4. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Min. Leader - Member 5. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule (Maj. Whip) - Member 6. Hon. Tukur Ibahim (Min. Whip) - Member 7. Hon. Bakoji aliyu Bobo - Member 8. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - Member 9. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Member
2. RULES AND BUSINESS COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - Chairman 2. Hon. Abdudllahi Muktar - Member 3. Hon. Tukur Ibrahim - Member 4. Hon. Adoji abdu Skinsiona - Member 5. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall - Member
3. HOUSE SERVICES COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu - Chairman 2. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - Member 3. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - Member 4. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - Member 5. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - Member 6. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Member
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4. PUBLIC PETITION AND HUMSNA RIGHTS COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Auwal Hassan - Chairman 2. Hon. Ahmed GFarba Mohammed - Member 3. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - Member 4. Hon. Mohamemd bello Gidado - Member 5. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - Member
5. PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - Chairman 2. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - Member 3. Hon. Mohamemd Dan’abba Shehu - Member 4. Hon. Dayyabu Ciroma - Member 5. Hon. Garba Babale - Member 6. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - Member
6. ANTI CORRPUTION, ETHICS AND PRIVILADGE COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma - Chairman 2. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu - Member 3. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - Member 4. Hon. Auwal Hassan - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkareem A. Angale - Member 6. Hon. Sale Muhammed - Member
7. AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEEE
1. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall - Chairman 2. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - Member, 3. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori - Member 4. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman - Member 5. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Member 6. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - Member.
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8. FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - Charman 2. Hon. Garba Babale - Member 3. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - Member 4. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - Member 5. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - Member 6. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - Member
9. EDUCATION COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - Chairman 2. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu - Member 3. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu - Member, 4. Hon. Iliysasu Ibrahim Zwall - Member 5. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - Member 6. Hon. Idi Sehu Tiyin - Member
10 . HOUSING AND ENVIRONAMENT COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Chairman 2. Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba - Member 3. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - Member 4. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - Member 5. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Member
11 . LANDS AND SURVEY COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Haladu Jalli - Chairman 2. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman - Member 3. Hon. Yusuf N. Nuhu - Member 4. Hon. Berllo I. Mashema - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu - Member
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12 . YOUTHS AND SPORTS COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - Chairman 2. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed - Member 3. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - Member 4. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu - Member 6. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - Member 13. HEALTH COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - Chairman 2. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori - Member 3. Hon. Garba Babale - Member 4. Hon. Tukur Ibrahim - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - Member 6. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale - Member
14 . WORKS AND TRANSPORT COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori - Chairman 2. Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba - Member 3. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman - Member 4. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina - Member 5. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Member 6. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma - Member
15. PUBLIC SERVICE COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Mustapha Ib rahim Yalo - Chairman 2. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed - Member 3. Hon. Haladu Jalli - Member 4. Hon. Abdulmuimini Hassan Ningi - Member 5. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Member 6. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - Member
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16. WOMEN AFFAIRS COM MITTEE
1. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Chairman 2. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Member 3. Hon. Sale Mohammed - Member 4 Hon. Adamu A. Manu - Member 5. Hon. Haladu Jalli - Member 6. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - Member 7. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu - Member
17. INFORMATION COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - Chairman 2. Hon. Auwal Hassan - Member 3. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - Member 4. Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba - Member 5. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman - Member
18. CABIBNATE SERVICES
1. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - Chairman 2. Hon. Adamu A. Manu - Member 3. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed - Member 4. Hon. Bello Sarji Jadori - Member 5. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Member 6. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule - Member
19. COMMERCE AND INDUSTRIES COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman - Chairman 2. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule - Member 3. Hon. Adamu A. Manu - Member 4. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - Member 5. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman - Member
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20. TOURISM AND CULTURE
1. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu - Chairman 2. Hon. Auwal Hassan - Member 3. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - Member 4. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu - Member 6. Hon. Adamu A. Manu - Member
21. JUDICIARTY COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed - Chairman 2. Hon. Tukur Ibrahinm - Member 3. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - Member 4. Hon. Haladu Jalli - Member 5. Hon. Sale Muahmmed - Member 6. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - Member
22. RURAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Garba Babale - Chairman 2. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina - Member 3. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - Member 4. Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - Member
23. APPROPRIATION, BUDGET AND PLANNING COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Dewu - Chairman 2. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule - Member 3. Hon. Muhammed Dan’abba Shehu - Member 4. Hon. Abdullahi Mukhtar - Member 5. Hon. Tukur Ibrahinm - Member 6. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman - Member
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24. ESTABLISHMENT COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale - Chairman 2. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall - Member 3. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - Member 4. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - Member 5. Hon. Garba Babale - Member
25. SECURITY COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - Chairman 2. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma - Member 3. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule - Member 4. Hon. Haladu Jalli - Member 5. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman - Member 6. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman - Member
26. WATER RESOURCES COMMITTEE
1. Hon. Adamu A. Manu - Chairman 2. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - Member 3. Hon. Abdulmunini Hassan Ningi - Member 4. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - Member 5. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale - Member 6. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall - Member
CONCULSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Hon. Members, I thank you very sincerely for the confidence you reposed in us by giving us the mandate to serve you in this capacity. On behalf of my self and the entire members of the Selection Committee. I hereby submit the recommendations stated above for your consideration and approval. Yes Comrade? Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Having constituted the Special and Standing Committees of this House, taking into cognisance the various curriculum vitae (C.Vs) of the Hon. Members, I say Kudos to the Selection Committee. I therefore, want to move for the adoption of the Report of the Selection Committee as presented by the Mr. Speaker, since it is a straight forward matter. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, any Seconder ?.Observation Yes, Hon. Bilyaminu Usman, what is your observation? Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I observed that the name of Hon. Saleh Mohammed appeared twice, on page 5 of the Report under Housing Committee. Mr. Speaker : It is a typographical error please. Yes, as motion for adoption has already been moved, I call for a Seconder? Yes, Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo? Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, I rise to second the motion moved by my Colleague, Hon. Iliyasu Zwall that the Report of the Selection Committee be adopted.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report of the Selection Committee stood adopted .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, thank you very much for the deliberations. Now we have exhausted what is on the Order Paper of today, I will therefore call on the Majority Leader to move for adjournment.
A D J O U R N M E N T
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, having come to the end of our today’s deliberations, I stand to move for the adjournment of this Hon. House to tomorrow Wednesday 27 th July, 2011. Thank you. Mr. Speaker : Yes Minority Leader, over to you. Hon. Baba A. Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to second.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Hon. House stood adjourned.
Accordingly, the Hon. House adjourned at about 1.10 p.m. to resumed sitting on Wednesday 27 th July, 2011 by 10.00 a.m.
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 032 ND LEGISALTIVE DAY WEDNESDAY, 27 th JULY, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:40 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
On Official Assignment :
1. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna - (Bogoro)
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Akbdulkadir Mohammed Wahu - (Sade)
Absent :
1. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - (Ningi)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of Yesterday Tuesday 26 th July, 2011 for three minutes to see if there are any observation, correction or amendments. Yes, Hon. Iliyasu Comrade? Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I was the person who moved the motion for the adoption of the Selection Committee’s report but Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo appeared here as the mover. It is not the correct representation of what transpired.
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Mr. Speaker : Clerk, take note. Since we have no further observation somebody to move for adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 26th July, 2011. I recognised Hon. Burra. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 26 th July, 2011. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Burra that the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 26 th July, 2011 be adopted.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 26 th July, 2011 stood adopted as amended .
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, I have the following announcement to make: 1. Education Committee to meet after adjournment. 2. The Hon. Member representing Giade and Shira Federal Constituency had sent a letter of Congratulation to Hon. Members of Bauchi State House of Assembly wishing us success and God’s guidance.
Mr. Speaker : I now call on the Majority Leader to move the motion of suspension of Order 5. Hon. Abdu Adoji Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members I stand to move for the suspension of Order 5 to allow the House to continue its business of the day. Hon. Baba Suleman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members , I stand to second the motion for suspension of Order 5 to allow us continue.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 5 stood suspended .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Baba – Personal Explanation.
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PERSONAL EXPLANATION
Hon. Baba Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand before you to explain that there is the need for adequate Security surveillance in the Chamber, those who are not allowed to come here should not be allowed to enter the Chamber. I have observed strange people just enters the Chamber with digital recorders, recording and photographing any how. Unauthorise persons should be prevented from the Chamber. There should be security alert. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Baba, this is not personal explanation. Next time bring it in the form of motion.
ORDER OF THE DAY
Mr. Speaker : Yes Chairman Rules and Business seek permission from the Hon. Members to present your Report. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to seek your permission to allow me present my motion. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, I will now put the question ....(interruption) Yes Hon. Abdulmumini Ningi, make your observation. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, it is not a motion but a Committee Report, he is to ask for permission from us and there must be a seconder. Mr. Speaker : Thank you Hon. Member, I stand to be corrected. Hon. Sale Mohammed Jama’are please second the motion. Hon. Sale Mohammed (Jama’are): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the Motion for the presentation of a report by the Chairman Rules and Business.
(Question put and Agreed to) Resolved : That the report be presented .
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PRESENTATION OF BAUCHI STTE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY PROPOSED 2011/2012 CALENDAR OF SITTING BY THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON RULES AND BUSINESS
Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, On behalf of Members of the Committee of Rules and Business, it is my honour and privilege to congratulate you for your Election to this highest law making body in the state, and also wish us fruitful deliberations throughout our tenure. In conformity with the functions of our Committee, I present to you the 2011/2012 proposed Sittings Calendar attached for your consideration and adoption.
1ST TERM SITTINGS: Tuesday 14 th June, 2011 -Thursday 18 th August, 2011 - 48 days RECESS: Friday 19 th August, 2011 - Monday 12 th September, 2011
2ND TERM SITTINGS: Tuesday 13 th September, 2011 - Thursday 27 th October, 2011 - 33 days
RECESS: Friday 28 th October, 2011 - Monday 5 th December, 2011
3RD TERM SITTINGS: Tuesday 6 th December, 2011 - Thursday, 26 April, 2012 - 103 days
Recess: Friday 27 th April, 2012 -Monday 4 th June, 2012 - 184 days
Next Session begins on Tuesday 5 th June, 2012. The Committee would like express its profound gratitude for the opportunity given to it to service in this capacity. Mr. Speaker Hon. Members, I beg to submit.
Mr. Speaker : You have heard from the Chairman Rules and Business any contribution? Yes Hon. Dan’abba Shehu. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this report is a proposed guide to us and therefore very important for us to follow. Therefore, and move for the adoption of the report. - 5 -
Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the report stood adopted .
Mr. Speaker : I now call on the Majority Leader to move for the restoration of Order 5. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the restoration of Order 5. Hon. Baba Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Hon. Majority for restoration of Order 5.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 5 stood restored .
A D J O U R N M E N T
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adjopurnment of the Hon. House till Tuesday 2 nd August, 2011. Hon. Baba Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion for the adjournment of the House till Tuesday 2 nd August, 2011.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Hon. House stood adjourned at 1.31 p.m. till Tuesday 2 nd August, 2011 .
According the House stand adjourned at exactly 1.31 p.m. to resume on Tuesday 2 nd day of August, 2011 by 10.00 a.m.
BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
DAILY OFFICIAL REPORT
036 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
TUESDAY, 2 ND AUGUST, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. SUSPENSION OF ORDER FIVE
5. MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR
6. RESTORATION OF ORDER FIVE(5)
7. ADJOURNMENT
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BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
DAILY OFFICIAL REPORT
037 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
WEDNESDAY, 3 RD AUGUST, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
5. ORDER OF THE DAY
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DAILY OFFICIAL REPORT
038 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
THURSDAY, 4 TH AUGUST, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
5. ORDER OF THE DAY
6. ADJOURNMENT
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 036 TH LEGISALTIVE DAY TUESDAY, 2 ND AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:45 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - (Pali)
Absent :
1. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - (Ningi) 2. Hon. Adamu A. Manu - (Ganjuwa East) 3. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of our last sitting. Please take your time and go through same and see if there’s any need for correction or amendment (pause) so in the absence of any correction or amendment, can somebody move a motion for its adoption? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, in the absence of any correction or observation, I beg to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of 27 th July, 2011 Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi) : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I second the motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of 27th July, 2011.
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(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of 27 th July , 2011 stood adopted.
A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : I wish to make the following announcement. First I want to start by announcing the names of the Various Committees’ Secretaries. When I call out the names, kindly indicate by standing so that the Hon. Members will know you.
SUSPENTION OF ORDER FIVE(5 )
Mr. Speaker : there is the need to suspend Order five(5) to enable us continue with our deliberation. Can somebody just move a motion for the suspension of Order 5? Yes, Chairman Rules and Business go ahead. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the Suspension of Order 5 (Five) to enable us continue with our deliberation. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale (Bauchi Central): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I second the motion for the Suspension of Order 5 to enable us continue with our deliberation.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order Five (5) stood suspended .
Mr. Speaker : Let me continue with the announcement. The following Committees are to meet after adjournment.
(a) House Services Committee (b) Information Committee (c) Cabinet Services Committee (d) Appropriation Committee
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MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Majority Leader is there any message from the Governor? Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the Hon. House is in receipt of a correspondence which emanates from the Office of the Secretary to the State Government addressed to the Clerk of the House. The letter reads thus: Our Ref: GO/SS/POL/S/72 of 26 th July, 2011.
APPOINTMENT OF TWENTY (20) SPECIAL ADVISERS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 196 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I have been directed to intimate the Honourable House of His Excellency, the Executive Governor’s desire to appoint twenty (20) Special Advisers to assist him in the discharge of his functions. Consequently, the State House of Assembly is kindly being requested to pass a resolution supporting the request for the twenty (20) Special Advisers. Kindly extend His Excellency’s best regards and consideration to the Honourable House. May the Almighty Allah (SWT) continue to bless our State and our Country. Thank you. (Signed by Abdu Aliyu Ilelah Permanent Secretary/Special Services, For: Secretary to the State Government). Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, you have heard the contents of the letter. Any contribution on the matter? Yes I recognise Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, we have heard the contents of the letter. This is not a matter for debate as we do not even know who the 20 Special Advisers are, moreover, the 20 Special Advisers will represent the 20 Local Government we have in the State which means each Local Government Area will have one. So without much waste of time and as already discussed and agreed in the Committee of the Whole, I beg to move that the list of Advisers be accepted as it is. The 1999 Constitution Number 196 Subsection One is very clear about this. Thank you. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, since the request of His Excellency is in conformity with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, there is no need to waste too much time on this. I therefore, second the motion that the list of Special Advisers be accepted by this Hon. House.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the list of 20 Special Advisers stood accepted by the Hon. House .
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RESTORATION OF ORDER 5
Mr. Speaker : Having concluded our deliberations, there is the need to restore Order 5 to its rightful place so that the Hon. House can be adjourned. Yes Chairman Rules and Business please move a motion for the restoration of Order 5. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to move for the restoration of Order 5. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I second the motion for the restoration of Order 5.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 5 be restored to its rightful place .
A D J O U R N M E N T
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Having exhausted all the items on the Order Paper, I beg to move that this Hon. House do now adjourn its sitting till tomorrow Wednesday, 3 rd August, 2011 by 10.00 a.m. prompt. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion for the adjournment of this Hon. House as ably moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to) Resolved : That the House do adjourned till tomorrow 3rd August, 2011 .
The Hon. House Accordingly adjourned its sitting at about 1.12 to resume tomorrow Wednesday 3 rd August, 2011 by 10.00 a.m. prompt .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 037 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY WEDNESDAY, 3 RD AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:35 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori - (Gamawa) 2. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman - (Burra) 3. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - (Duguri/Gwana)
Absent :
1. Hon. Adamu Salihu - (Giade)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of Yesterday Tuesday, 2nd august, 2011 for any possible amendment. (pause). In the absence of none, I recognised Hon. Wahu. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the adoption of Tuesday, 2 nd August, 2011, Votes and Proceedings. Mr. Speaker : Yes, any seconder? Yes, Hon. Abdullahi Muktar. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
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A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : The following committees are to meet immediately after adjournment:- (a) Information, (b) Security, (c) Public Accounts and (d) Education, (e) while the Secretaries of Lands, Security and Information are to see their Chairmen of their various committees after adjournment.
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
Mr. Speaker : I recognised Hon. Abdulkadir Wahu. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to bring an urgent issue that needs the urgent attention of this Hon. House and the Executive Arm of Government. It is the issue of the heavy down-pour which we had yesterday. This heavy down- pour did a lot of havoc in my Constituency, where the only bridge that linked the two Comunities together that is Alija and Papa was broken down. As a result of this, they can no longer live as one entity. Everything has come to a stand still. It is in view of that, I am now calling on the Hon. House and the Executive Arm of Government, as a matter of urgency to intervene inorder to alleviate the suffering of those Communities. I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : You have heard it, all. He needs the urgent intervention of the House and the Government for a lasting solution . any contribution? Yes, Hon. Dan’abba. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to commend the mover ;for his concern to his electorates. I am in support ;and it needs urgent attention because we are now in a rainy season. I am therefore, suggesting that the House Works Committee should go and investigate and bring the report to the House for our urgent attention. I think that is more appropriate, using our Committees on ground. Mr. Speaker : Is it the wish of the Hon. House as suggested for Works ;Committee (Interruption) Yes, Hon. Dayyabu? Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, These people require urgent attention, by referring it to works Committee, it will amount to waste of time. I am therefore, suggesting that the mover should go to the Agency
- 3 - and investigate, bring report and we act on it immediately. Anything short of that, the Communities will continue to suffer. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, while I agree with the last Speaker Hon. Dayyabu, I am of the opinion that the matter should also be referred to SEMA after the resolution of the House so that it will carry more weight rather than leaving the mover to go and investigate himself. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, This is a serious matter, that can happen anywhere and this motion needs urgent attention (interruption). Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, my reason for suggesting Works Committee of the House is that anything that has to do with Roads, they are the most appropriate Committee to go and investigate while SEMA has to do with the issue of Relief Materials and so on. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, I will throw the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Works Committee should go and investigate and bring report to the House for urgent action .
O R DE R O F T H E D A Y
Mr. Speaker : On our Order Paper, we have a Supplementary budget which I will request the Majority Leader to move a motion to enable him present it. Yes Hon. Abdu Adoji Disina. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion to enable me present a Supplementary Budget Proposal. Mr. Speaker : Yes any Seconder? Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Supplementary budget be read for the First time .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Clerk. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Supplementary Budget of Twenty three Billion Naira (N23,000,000,000.00) 1 st reading. - 4 -
Mr. Speaker : Next on our Order Paper of the Day is a motion, I recognise Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin to seek the indulgence of the House to enable him present the motion. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to crave your indulgence to allow me present my motion. Mr. Speaker : Yes any Seconder? Yes Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu. Hon. Abdukadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the motion be presented .
Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to read my motion as follows:- Motion, a call to the Government to undertake a Medical Research on liver-diseases in Warji Local Government area. Humans have always had to deal with diseases. Diseases have had a dramatic impact on human history for most of thousands of years that, humans have been on the earth, disease has played a central role in limiting population growth. As ways to combat disease were discovered, people lived longer and had more children, who lived enough to have children of their own. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, in Warji local Government Area, Liver disease has been identified as the leading cause of Mortality. In view of this development and considering the democratic regime we are in, where the Government is put in place by the people and for the people, I found it necessary to bring the issue to the Hon. House soliciting for the blessing of my Colleagues , Hon. Members to resolve as follows that: The State Government should undertake a medical Research as to what cause liver disease in the entire Warji Local Government Area with a view to providing fact sheets for necessary medical interventions. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to move. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, you have heard him. Health is wealth. Liver disease has been identified as the leading cause of Majority of death in his Constituency. So our attention and approval is needed in finding a lasting solution. Any contribution? Yes Hon. Baba Abubakar. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, In view of what our Colleague has brought is a matter that needs our urgent attention because it has to do with life. This disease has been bedevilling his constituency and more lives are being lost. It is a killer disease. So there is the need for the Government to look into the remote causes with a view to preventing future occurrence. - 5 -
Hon. Danlami A. Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this issue of the disease of the Liver is a serious one as mentioned by my Colleagues. It is something like the Kidney issue which I appeal to all of us to support the motion with utmost urgency it deserves. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir. Hon. Members, I really appreciate the mover for his effort for it comes at the right time. This really shows that he has his people at heart. The issue of Liver disease is serious in nature which needs urgent attention. I am therefore of the opinion that the motion be referred to Heath Committee for proper investigation which I believe will tremendously help in finding a lasting solution. Hon. Garba Babale Hardawa (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, This is an issue that should be looked into with all seriousness as people one dying. I am in support of the motion in toto. I will also wish to suggest that, the investigation should go beyond Warji in order to stop the spread of the diseases to other neighbouring Local Government Areas. If it is mortality or morbidity, it should be buttressed clearly because people are dying. We do not know which is now which? Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am in total support of the motion. I am in support that Health Committee should go and make further investigation for a lasting solution and bring same to the House for our consideration. Mr. Speaker : Thank you all for the fruitful contributions. I will now put the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the matter be referred to Health Committee for proper investigation with a view to finding a lasting solution .
Mr. Speaker : Next on our Order Paper of the Day is a Notice of Motion. I now recognise Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion to enable me present the motion standing in my name. Mr. Speaker : Any Seconder? Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to Second the motion.
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Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Notice of Motion. Motion for the Amendment of Standing Orders of the Bauchi State House of Assembly for the purpose of re-organizing the hierarchy of the House Leadership. Background. This motion is brought pursuant of Order 17 Rule 4 of the Standing Orders of this Hon. House which provides for the procedure of amending our Rules whenever the need arises. Mr. Speaker Sir, I wish to observe that from the inauguration of the current Assembly, it became glaring that there was a need to re-organize the hierarchy of the Hon. House and also of reposition the mind-set of the Hon. Members for better service delivery to their Constituencies and the State at large. Those needs are buttressed by the desire to have strong regulatory processes that will help in managing the business of the Assembly. GROUND UPON WHICH THE MOTION IS PREMISED. Mr. Speaker Sir, there exist an undeniable need to evolved certain strategies in order to create a more dynamic and purposeful Legislature that will be based on a strong regulatory environment which will be more capable of tackling administrative and protocol challenges. PRAYERS: Mr. Speaker Sir, I submit with all respect, from the foregoing that two(2) new Offices should be created and fixed in to the hierarchy no existing with only (6) six offices. I humbly submit that the offices of: (a) Deputy Majority Leader; (b) Deputy Majority Whip. Be create. Mr. Speaker Sir, I further submit that the Standing Orders of the Hon. House be amended to reflect the new offices so created. The proposed amendment shall be incorporated by adding new Rules (6) and (7) immediately after Order 9, Rule 5(2) as follows:- 6 (1) “The Deputy Majority Leader shall be a Member nominated from among the members in the Majority Party in the House.
(2) His functions shall be:
(a) Assisting the Majority Leader of the House in performance of his functions; (b) Deputising for the Majority Leader of the House in his absence; (c) Any other functions as may be assigned to him”.
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7 (1) ”The Deputy Majority Whip of the House shall be a Member nominated from among
the Members in the Majority Party in the House. (3) His functions shall be, (a) assisting the Majority Whip of the House in the performance of his functions;
Deputising for the Majority Whip of the House in his absence; Any other function as may be assigned to him.” CONCLUSION: Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, in these days when the Majority of our citizens are waking up to their civic rights and responsibilities and have also acclimatized to the State of democracy, it becomes compulsory for us, the Members representing them, to adopt to the challenges. The proposed amendment is lone such ways of tackling the challenges. I invited the Hon. Members to give these proposed amendments the Vote that will indicate that this current Assembly means business when it comes to moving the State forward. I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Yes any contribution? Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, It is our unanimous agreement that the Standing Rules is the guiding Principle/ procedure of this our noble House while the constitution is Supreme. The Speaker is the highest ranking Officer in the House. The Deputy Speaker presides while his Seat is vacant or on Special Assignment. In the absence of the two we have Speaker Pro-tempore. (Interruption) Mr. Speaker : Please contribute on the matter at stake. We are talking on the motion to amend the Standing Orders. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, in essence what I am suggesting is we should maintain the position of the 6 Leaders already on ground. I am not in support of creating another office because it will be a burden to the Government Financially or otherwise. We should avoid duplication of functions. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I disagree with the last Speaker because there is nothing like a burden on the Government rather than a step forward for durable democracy to prevail. Our Standing Orders is not against the constitution. In as much as we are not going against the constitution we have the powers to amend the Standing Orders as regards to our day-to-day proceedings of the House, The office of the Majority Leader is very important because it serves as a bridge between the Legislators and - 8 -
The Executive and is not everybody that fits in while he is away but is based on capability. The motion is therefore in order. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this motion is not fair to us for the purpose of justice. What of the post of the Minority Leader and the Minority Whip. They are not reflected in the motion. So I am suggesting that the motion be amended to reflect the interest of all the parties. (general laughter) Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I disagree with the opinion of the last Speaker. I am appealing to him to take his time and go through the Standing Orders thoroughly instead of criticizing the motion, we intend to work as a team. I therefore move for the adoption of the motion. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the motion is welcomed and timely. The Office of the Majority Leader is vital. So I stand to Second.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the motion stood adopted .
A D J O U R N M E N T
Mr. Speaker : In the absence of any other items to discuss. I recognised the Majority Leader to move a motion for adjourning the House. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the adjournment of this House to Thursday 4 th August, 2011. Mr. Speaker : Any Seconder? Yes Minority Leader. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House do adjourned till tomorrow Thursday, 4 th August, 2011 .
Accordingly that the House adjourned sitting at about 12.45 to resume sitting on Thursday 4 th August, 2011 .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 038 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY THURSDAY, 4 TH AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 11:27 A.M. (DEPUTY SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Yahaya Mohammed Miya - (Ganjuwa West) (Hon. Speaker) Absent :
1. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - (Udubo)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of Yesterday Wednesday. 3 rd August, 2011 and see if there is any observation or amendment to make. – pause – Okay, since there is none, can someone move a motion for adoption? Yes Hon. Babayo? Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara (Chinade/Madara): Mr. Speaker Sir, My colleague4s Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adoption of the votes and proceedings of Wednesday 3rd August, 2011. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion for the adoption of yesterday’s votes and proceedings.
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Dep. Speaker : Thank you very much Hon. Members and next item is announcement.
A N N O U N C E M E N T
Dep. Speaker : Hon. Members, I have the following announcement to make. The following Committees are to meet after adjournment.
A. i. Rural Development Committee ii. Appropriation/Budget Committee
iii House and Environment Committee
iv Public Service Committee
B. ALLOCATION OF OFFICES TO THE CHAIRMEN OF VARIOUS COMMITTEES.
(a) Rural Development Committee Chairman/Appropriation & Planning Committee Chairman (Room 1) (b) Public Petition and Human Right Committee Chairman/ Public Accounts Committee Chairman (Room 2) (c) Anticorruption, Ethic and Privilege Committee Chairman/ Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee (Room 3) (d) Finance and Economic Development Committee Chairman/ Education Committee Chairman (Room 4) (e) Housing and Environment Committee Chairman/ Land and Survey Committee (Room 5) (f) Youth and Sports Committee Chairman/Health Committee Chairman (Room 6) (g) Works and Transport Committee Chairman/Public Service Committee Chairman (Room 7) (h) Cabinet Service Committee Chairman/Water Resources Committee Chairman (Room 8) (i) Women Affairs Committee Chairman/Information Committee Chairman (Room 9) (j) Tourism and Culture Committee Chairman/Judiciary Committee Chairman (Room 10) - 3 -
(k) Rules and Business Committee Chairman/Commerce
and Industry Chairman (Room 11) (l) Establishment Committee Chairman/Security Committee Chairman (Room12)
Dep. Speaker : Thank you. Next on our Order paper is matters of public importance. I recognise Hon Idi Shehu Tiyin.
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I rise before you this morning, under this very important item to bring an issue bedevilling the Fulani Cattle-Rearers in the State particularly those in the northern parts of the State. Hon. Members, Fulani cattle rearers are faced with serious water shortage problems particularly those residing in the northern parts of the State. As a result of this problem they had to travel far down to Southern parts of the State and even beyond searching for water and other greener pasture. Secondly, there is also the Problems of lack of gracing reserved and cattle routes for the Fulanis in the northern parts of the State which results always to having problem with farmers during the rainy seasons. It is in view of the afore-mentioned problems that I am appealing to this hon. House to intervene with a view to bringing a lasting solution to the problems faced by our Fulani brothers. Dep. Speaker : Hon. Members, you all heard what the Hon. Member, representing Warji has just said; any contribution? Yes Hon. Dan’abba? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand before you to make my contribution with regards to what my colleagues has just said. I also want to express my sympathy on how the Fulani found themselves in the State particularly those in the Northern part. However, in my opinion, I am suggesting that let this matter be referred to the Ministry of Agriculture by mandating the Committee to go and find out with a view to reporting back to the Hon. House on the way out. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, if you can recall previously the State Government had awarded contract for the construction of Earth dams in the State purposely for the Fulanis. However, unfortunately most of these earth Dams were not constructed by the contractors as such, I am suggesting that let these contractors be called upon and find out from them why such Dams were not constructed after having collected the money for - 4 - doing the jobs. Secondly, on this second issue, I am suggesting that the Committee on Agriculture be mandated to tackle the issue as well as the Water Resources Committee. I also second the motion that these two Committees should handle the issues. Dep. Speaker : Hon. Members, I will throw the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the two Committees of the Hon. House, that is , Agriculture and Water Resources stood mandated to go to the relevant Ministries with a view to investi - gating and Report back the problems of Fulani Cattle-Rearers in the Northern parts of the State .
Dep. Speaker : Hon. Members, thank you very much and the next item is Order of the day which is the Second Reading of the Bill. On Supplementary Budget.
ORDER OF THE DAY
Supplementary Budget 2011
Deputy Speaker : Hon. Members, I will now call on the Majority Leader to move for the Second Reading of the motion...(Interruption) Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, my Colleagues Hon. Members, Mine is an observation on the Second Reading of the Supplementary Budget. My Colleagues Hon. Members, before the Supplementary Budget goes into Second Reading, there is the need we have an insight of what the budget is all about. This is because most of the Hon. Members are new and there is need for them to know the procedures very well....(Interruption). Dep. Speaker : Hon. Dayyabu please sit down, the Supplementary Budget is just going for the second reading thereafter it will be referred to the relevant Committee. Therefore there is time for any Hon. Member to raise an observation he/she so wishes to make. Majority Leader, please go ahead. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina : (Disina): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the supplementary budget to go for the second reading.
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Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand before you to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader for the supplementary Budget to be read for the second time.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resoved : That Supplementary Budget 2011 be read the second time .
Dep. Speaker : Clerk, over to you. Clerk : Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I read:- Supplementary Budget 2011 - Second Reading. Dep. Speaker : Yes, Hon. Dan’abba can you move a motion for the Bill to be referred to the Appropriation Committee? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, before moving this motion, I want to throw more light on this matter that any Hon. Member who wishes to make an observation on the budget, should please contact the Appropriation Committee. I therefore, move a motion for the bill to be referred to the Appropriation Committee. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to agree with my colleague Hon. Dayyabu. As rightly put across by him most of us are not conversant with the budget procedures, there is need to throw more light on the supplementary budget before going in to the second reading. Being that the Budget is now going for the second reading and referred to the Appropriation Committee, any Hon. Member who has any observation should submit his report to the Appropriation Committee before their report is brought to the plenary. I therefore second the motion as moved.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the supplementary budget stood referred to the Appropriation Committee of the Hon. House and to report back by Wednesday next week .
Dep. Speaker : Having exhausted our Order of the day I call on the Majority Leader to move for adjournment.
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A D J O U R N M E N T
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, having come to the end of today’s session, I stand to move a motion to adjourn the House to Tuesday next week by 10:00 a.m. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House should adjourn sitting to Tuesday , next week by 10:00 a.m .
The House accordingly adjourned its sitting at about 12:34 p.m. to resume sitting on Tuesday, 9 th August, 2011 by 10;00 a.m.
BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
DAILY OFFICIAL REPORT
041 ST LEGISLATIVE DAY
TUESDAY, 9 TH AUGUST, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR
5. ADJOURNMENT
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WEDNESDAY, 10 TH AUGUST, 2011
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1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. MATTERS OF PUBLIC URGENT IMPORTANCE
5. ORDER OF THE DAY
- REPORT OF APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE
- SCREENING OF PROPOSED COMMISSIONER
6. SUSPENSION OF ORDER 6
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THURSDAY, 11 TH AUGUST, 2011
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1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. PRESENTATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET FOR THIRD READING
5. ADJOURNMENT
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 041 ST LEGISALTIVE DAY TUESDAY, 9 TH AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:10 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - (Ningi) 2. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara) 3. Hon. Haladu Jalli - (Sakwa)
Sick :
1. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - (Chiroma) 2. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall - (Lere/Bula)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of Thursday 4 th August, 2011 page by page to see if there is observation or amendment. Yes, Hon. Manu Hon. Adamu A. Manu (Ganjuwa East): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I was present but they marked me absent. See page 1 of the Votes and proceedings. Mr. Speaker : Clerk take note. Yes, Dayyabu?. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, the total number of Hon. Members are 31 but the list shows 29. Where is the other member>? Clerk : The Deputy Speaker was presiding?
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Mr Speaker : Let somebody move for the adoption with all the amendments. Yes, Hon. Yusuf. Hon.Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Thursday, 4 th August, 2011 with all the amendments. Hon. Dayyau Chiroma (Darazo): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Hon. Lame.
(Question put and agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of Thursday , 4th August, 2011 stood adopted .
A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : The following Committee are to meet at their various Committee rooms immediately after adjournment. They are as follows:-
1. Works and Transport 2. Information 3. Judiciary and Petition.
MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR
Mr. Speaker : do we have any message from the Governor. Yes, Hon. Majority Leader? Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, we have a message from the Governor and the message is the list of nominees for the Appointment of Commissioners. I read:- Letter address to the Clerk, Bauchi State House of Assembly. Ref. No. GO/SS/POL/S/2/T.2 dated 8 th August, 2011, Heading:- Request for the confirmation of nomination of Commissioners for the Bauchi State Public Service. With due respect and honour, I have the pleasure to convey the best compliments and good wishes of His Excellency, the Executive Governor to the Hon. House. 2. In compliance with Section 192(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999. His Excellency, Malam (Dr) Isa Yuguda, FNIM (Matawallen Bauchi), the Executive Governor of Bauchi State,
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(i) Dr. Sani Malami - Bauchi Local Government Area (ii) Alh. Mahmood Maijama’a - Bauchi Local Government Area, (iii) Alh. Aminu Hammayo - Misau Local Government Area (iv) Alh. Sani Mohammed Burra - Ningi Local Government Area (v) Barr. Mustapha Hassan - Ganjuwa Local Government Area (vi) Alh. Aminu Ibrahim - Ganjuwa Local Government Area (vii) Alh. Bappah Azare - Katagum Local Government Area (viii) Alh. Asiu Mohammed - Katagum Local Government Area (ix) Alh. Abubakar Faggo - Shira Local Government Area (x) Alh. Salisu Ibrahim - Jama’are Local Government Area (xi) Hajiya Talatu Barwa - Itas/Gadau Local Government Area (xii) Alh. Mahiru Maiwada - Toro Local Government Area (xiii) Dr. Salihu Shehu - T/Balewa Local Government Area (xiv) Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim - Alkaleri Local Government Area (xv) Pharm. Bukar Bukata - Bogogo Local Government Area (xvi) Alh. Ubale Ibrahim - Darazo Local Government Area (xvii) Mohammed Isa Wabu - Gamawa Local Government Area (xviii) Alh. Umar Sale Giade - Giade Local Government Area
The curriculum vitae of the nominees are attached for the perusal of the Hon. House. Please kindly convey to the Hon. House the assurances and personal regards of His Excellency, the Executive Governor. (Signed(Abdu Aliyu Ilelah) Permanent Secretary/Special Service s for Secretary to the State Government. Mr. Speaker : Majority Leader how many are they in number? Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, they are 18 in number. Mr. Speaker : Yes, Hon. Members you all heard what the Majority said on the request from His Excellency the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, any contribution? Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, we all heard the names; it’s wel-come but it comes rather late at the same-time I pray that it should be given to Selection Committee to start their Screening without any delay. It has been the tradition of the House to pass it to the Selection Committee.
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Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, before I second, my contribution is that there are some parts of the Local Government which are not represented in this list of Commissioners. I hope the Committee will look into this omission because it is very important. So that each and every Local Government should have their representative in the Cabinet. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu (Giade): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I think there is a correction here. I am moving that the Screening should be conducted here on the floor of the House in the glaring faces of all the Members. The Selection Committee should prepare the modality of having them screened here in the Chamber. I beg to move. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by my colleague but the Selection Committee should invite them and the screening should take place at the Chamber in front of everybody.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the nominees list should be committed to the Selection Committee and the Screening would be conducted in the Committee of the Whole .
A D J O U R N M E N T
Mr. Speaker : Yes, Majority Leader, move for the adjournment. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adjournment of the Hon. House till tomorrow Wednesday 10 th August, 2011. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare Madangala): Mr Speaker, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Hon. Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House stood adjourned till tomorrow Wednesday, 10 th August, 2011 .
Accordingly the House adjourned at about 12:35 p.m. to resume sitting tomorrow Wednesday, 10 th August, 2011, by 10:00 a.m .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 042 ND LEGISALTIVE DAY WEDNESDAY, 10 TH AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:10 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present .
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members the Votes and Proceedings is before you. Kindly go through same and see if there is any need for amendment or corrections? Let us go through the Votes and Proceedings page by page. Yes Hon. Bilyaminu what do you want to observe? Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members the name of my Constituency which “Burra” has been mis-spelt “Bura” with one “r” instead of double “r”. Mr. Speaker : Clerk please take note and effect the necessary correction. And in the absence of any further correction. I recognize Hon. Bilyaminu to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members In the absence of any further amendment I beg to move for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday, 9 th August, 2011. Hon. Mohammed Dan’Abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members I second the motion that the Votes and Proceeding of Yesterday 9th August, 2011 be adopted.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of 9 th August, 2011 stood adopted. p
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A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : I wish to make the following announcement that the House Committee on Rural Development is to meet immediately after adjournment. Also in the same vein, the earlier Schedule be familiarization tour of the Education Committee has been suspended indefinitely. These are the only announcement I have.
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to call on the attention of this Hon. House on a Law we made in this Hon. House for the establishment of Area Development Officers whose tenure had expired and this Hon. House resolved to dissolve them sometimes last year. It happens that alot of this Area Development Officers are still operating and collecting salaries which is a contravention of the Law. I therefore wish to draw the attention of the Hon. House that we should once again intervene so that the provisions of that Law is respected. Thank you. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members you have all heard what the Hon. Member representing Darazo has just said. Any further contribution on this? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I think this matter can best be handled by a Committee and the relevant Committee to handle this issue is the Cabinet Services Committee. So why can’t we just refer the matter to the relevant Committee. Mr. Speaker : Is there any contrary opinion on this? Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members I think the matter is a simple one. Let us just refer the matter to the relevant Committee so that the Committee can investigate and bring a report. I therefore, wish to second the motion brought by Hon. Dan’abba.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the issue of Area Development Officers be referred to the Cabinet Services Committee .
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(a) Presentation of a Report by the House Committee on Appropriation on the Supplementary Budget of N23,000,000,000.00 –Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu .
Mr. Speaker : The next item on our Order Paper of today is a presentation of report by the Appropriation Committee. Mr. Chairman could you seek the permission of the Hon. House to allow you to present the report of your Committee? Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I wish to crave the Indulgence of this Hon. House to allow me to present the report of my Committee. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): I second the motion to allow the Chairman of the Appropriation Committee to present the report of his Committee. (Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report of the Appropriation Committee be presented . Mr. Speaker : Chairman please go ahead and present the report of your Committee. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu (Kirfi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I read:- REPORT BY THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATION BUDGET AND PLANNING ON A REQUEST FOR SUPPLEMENTARY ESTIMATE SUBMITTED TO THE HON. HOUSE ON 4 TH AUGUST, 2011. INTRODUCTION Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, You may recall that , this Hon. House has received a request for Supplementary estimates from the State Government on Tuesday, 4 th August, 2011. The request for the Supplementary estimates is aimed at augmenting the subheads in line with the Medium Term Expenditure Framework. The estimates is also aimed at meeting the anticipated additional resources inflow in the 2011 fiscal year and the need to utilize the funds for the betterment of the people of Bauchi State. Consequently, after the Supplementary estimates have passed the 1 st and 2 nd reading, it was referred to the Committee on Appropriation for scrutiny, and report. METHODOLOGY Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, in an effort to arrive at conclusion, the Committee critically examined the estimates according to code classifications and purpose. - 4 -
- 4 - - 4 - However, the Committee found it necessary to exercise Section 129 of the 1999 Constitution of they Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended by further inviting the Special Adviser on Finance, Budget and Treasury Matters along with the Permanent Secretary Budget and Planning to clarify some areas which led to the proper articulation of the estimates. THE 2011 SUPPLEMENTARY ESTIMATE Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the 2011 Supplementary Estimates was necessitated in view of the urgent need by Government to provide and improve the socio-economic development of the entire citizenry and to meet the macro- economic development objectives of the present administration towards the total rehabilitation and reconstruction of our economic and social sectors for an improved social development. It is pertinent to State here that, some laudable projects which include the Construction of a befitting International Airport and a Standard Specialist Hospital are in-cooperated into the Supplementary bill. |The estimate was also necessitated in view of the current increase in our Capital receipts and budget augmentation from the Federation Account Allocation Committee. The Supplementary estimates comprises of total expenditure of Nineteen Billion Eight Hundred and Seventy Three Million, Seven Hundred and fifty six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Twenty Four Naira (N19,873.756,924) made up of recurrent expenditure of Six Billion, Eight Hundred and Sixty Three Million, Seven Hundred and Sixty Thousand Three Hundred and Thirty Four Naira (N6,863,760,334) which represent 14.16% and Capital Expenditure of Thirteen Billion, Nine Million, Nine Hundred and Ninety Six Thousand, Five Hundred and Ninety Naira (N13,009,996,590) which also represent 20% of the total Capital Budget. This relates to budget stability with the current market realities, and the desire to uplift the standard of living of the society. OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATION In consideration of the Government fiscal measure aimed at societal reorientation and development and also its determination to complete ongoing projects along with the viable new projects, the Committee observed as follows:
(a) The amount of money approved for Alkaleri-Futuk road in the 2011 approved budget was wrongly quoted. The actual amount approved was N500,000,000 not N900,000,000.
(b) The amount of money approved for the improvement of Government House and the subhead number were also wrongly quoted. The actual Sub-head is 03000017240000000112 not 03000017224028 and the approved money is N100,000,000 in the 2011 budget. - 5 - - 5 - (c) Also the Committee has observed that the following Ministries, Department and Agencies did not indicate their classification codes and details of expenditures: i) Agency for Persons with disability ii) Ministry of Finance iii) State Development Board iv) Ministry of Science and Technology
(b) The total expenditure submitted is N19,873,756,924 not N19,863,756,924 as quoted in the supplementary estimates.
RECOMMENDATIONS Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the Committee recommends as follows:-
(a) The recurrent revenue and capital receipt of twenty three billion naira (N23,000,000,000) to fund the supplementary budget. (b) The Committee also recommends a recurrent expenditure of N6,863,760,334. And a Capital expenditure of N13,099,996,590 (c) The Committee also recommends N3,136,243,076 to fund code 1200017121957 as contained in the supplementary budget, to be implemented in accordance with the appropriation law. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members you have heard the report of the Committee as presented by the Chairman any observation or comment? Yes Comrade Iliyasu. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, In fact I am very much impressed with what the Committee has done so far. However, I want to make some very critical observations in view of some mistakes I have observed from the submissions made by the Executive arm. These are very vital omissions and in future it should be avoided, care must be taken to ensure that all figures are corrected before bringing them to the Hon. House. Thank you. Mr. Speaker : Any other contribution? Yes Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo. Hon. Bakoji A. Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, having heard the report of the Appropriation Committee, and considering the fact that the Supplementary Budget is aimed at bettering the lives of the Masses, I beg to move that the report be adopted. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I strongly support the adoption of the Appropriation Committee’s report.
- 6 - - 6 - (Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report of the Appropriation Committee stood adopted .
SCREENING OF HON. COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Speaker : Next on our Order Paper is the Screening of Hon. Commissioners. Hon. Members if you can recall, yesterday the 9 th of August, 2011 we received a list of Hon. Commissioners from the Executive who have been nominated for screening by the Hon. House and subsequent confirmation so that they will be appointed as Hon. Commissioners in the Public Service of Bauchi State. The Selection Committee was mandated to make all the necessary arrangements to ensure that the nominees appear before the Hon. House today and our proceedings during the screening should be aired to the general public directly. Now I want to ask the Clerk whether the Selection Committee has concluded all the necessary arrangements to enable us begin to call them to appear. Mr. Clerk, are you ready? Clerk : All arrangements have been concluded and the nominees are ready to appear. Mr. Speaker : I will still ask the Clerk how he arranged for the nominees to come in. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members as decided yesterday, all the nominees have been invited to come and I have here with me their Curriculum Vitae. I have arranged for them to come in batches. Three nominees in every batch. I will now ask the first three to come in thereafter, I will read their citations and then present them to you for questioning Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, Is it the wish of this Hon. House to allow the first batch of three to come in for Screening?
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the first batch of nominees be invited to come in for Screening.
Mr. Speake r: Please Mr. Clerk usher in the first set. That is, Hon. Ahmed Faggo, Hon. Salisu Ibrahim and Hon. Sani Burra (Silence). Hon. Members.
- 7 - Before you now are the three sets. We will now request the Clerk to quickly, read their citations to enable us continue with other necessary things. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alhaji Abubakar A. Faggo . He was born on 3nd November, 19961 at Faggo in Shira Local Govenrment. He attended Faggo Primary School and Buba Yero Primary School form 1973-1979, Government Secondary School Nafada 1979-1984, Kaduna Polytechnic 1984-1986 and 1991-1993,l ATBU 1999-2000/ He obtained the following qualifications, first School Leaving Certificate of Education National Diploma in Business Administration, and Post graduate Diploma in Management. He worked as a Admin. Officer with the Nigerian Air Force. When he left the Military, he joined politics and was elected Member Bauchi State House of Assembly in 1997. He became the Executive Chairman of Shira Local Government from m1999-2002. He was again elected Member Bauchi State House of Assembly from 2007-2011. He also served as Hon. Speaker Bauchi state House of Assembly from 2004-2011. He attended workshops and seminars on legislative matters, Number two Alhaji Salisu Ibrahim . He was born in 1960 and ails from Jama’are in Jama’are Local Government. He attended Central Primary School Jama’are from 1967-1974, Government secondary School Azare 1974-1979, School of Basic Studies ABU, Zaria 1980-81, School of Health Technology Gombe 1985-1988 and Bayero University Kano 1996-1997. He started his working career as Pharmacy Assistant and Pharmacy Technician in Jama’are General Hospital from 1982-1991. He also served as Head of Department of Pharmaceutical Service in Gamawa and Jama’are General Hospitals up to 1999. He was elected member Bauchi State House of Assembly from 1999-2003, and Number three Alhaji Sani Mohammed Burra He was born on 15 th February, 1968 as at Burra in Ningi Local Government Area. He attended Burra Central Primary School, Government Arabic Teachers College Gombe, College of Education, Azare, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria and Abubakar Tafawa-Balewa University, Bauchi. He obtained the following qualifications with dates. Primary School Certificate 1983, first Degree (B.Ed. Islamic Studies) 2000 Post Graduate Diploma in management (PGDM) 2005, Masters in Business Administration (MBA) 2011. Sani Mohammed started his worming carreer as a Class Teacher from 1988-1993, Head Master 1993-1995. Senior Education Officer, Planning 1995- 2003. He became Hon. Member Bauchi State House of Assembly from 2003-2007. He was the State Secretary People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Bauchi State, Special Adviser to Bauchi State Governor Mal. Dr. Isa Yuguda 2009-2011 and member, governing Council, Federal Polytechnic Oko, Anambra State, 2009 to date. - 8 - Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members here before you are three nominees for the post of Hon. Commissioners in the Bauchi State Public Service. The three nominees were one time Hon. Members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly. Here are they before you and considering the fact that they were once Members of this Assembly having contributed in various ways to the development of the State. Is it the wish of this Hon. House that they just bow and take their leave?
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Hon. Ahmed Faggo, Hon. Sani Burra and Hon. Salisu Ibrahim have been confirmed as Hon. Commissioners.
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Gentlemen, the Hon. House wish you the best of luck. Mr. Clerk please call the next set. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members the next three set are, Alh. Bappah Azare, Barr. Al- Mustapha Hassan and Hajiya Talatu Barwa. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the next batch of nominees that are coming in are Alh. Bappah Azare, Barr. Almustapha Hassan and Hajiya Talatu Barwa. They will soon be with us here (pause) Now that they are here with us, the Clerk of the House will read their citations. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I will start with Alh. Bappah Azare. Alhaji Bappah Azare : He was born on 21 st October, 1958 at Azare in Katagum Local Government Area. He attended Day Primary School Azare from 1965-1971, Government Teachers College, come 1972-1976, Institute of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 1982-1984, Bayero University Kano from 1986-1989 and 1993-1995. Alhaji Bappah attended Accountancy College Jos in 1996. He also attended University of Philippines Los Bonos in 1998. Ibn 2005, He attend Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Nigeria (CPA) Alhaji Bappah attend Institute of Industrialist and Corporate Administrator of Nigeria (IICA) in 2006, as well as Institute of Management Consultants of Nigeria ( IMCON) in 2008. Alhaji Bappah possessed the following Educational Qualifications:- (a) Teachers’ Grade II Certificate 1980 (b) National Ordinary Diploma in Accountancy 1984 (c) Bachelor of Science Accounting (B.Sc.) 1989 (d) Master of Business Administration (MBA) 1995 (e) Membership ;Certificate Association of National Accountants 1996. (f) Certificate of Completion Financial Management Training Course for controllers of Foreign Assisted Project 1998 and Post Doctorate Fellowship Degree (ICPAN) 2006. Alhaji Bappah Azare - 9 - started his working career as a Primary school Teacher on 1 st July, 1976 and later transferred to Federal Government college as a Teacher in August, 1978-1982. He was employed by the Bauchi State Government as an Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts) and posted to Ministry of Finance in August, 1984. He rose through the ranks until 28 th September, 1997 when he was posted to BSADP ;as Director Finance and Supply up to 30 th May, 2005. He was appointed National Facilitator NSPFS and SSC as well as Financial Controller/Programme Leader (PCU) from June, 2005 – 31 st December, 2006. He became Bauchi State Accountant-General on 1 st January, 2007 – 30 th June, 2011. He has attended Workshop/Seminars on Professional Development that are numerous to mention, Number two Barrs. Mustapha Hassan Born in 1960 at Kafin-Madaki in Ganjuwa Local Government Area, He obtained his Teachers’ Grade II Certificate, in 1981 from ATC Gombe, LLB (Hons) Certificate in 1987 from Bayero University Kano and Barrister at Law Certificate in 1989 from Nigerian Law School Lagos. This renowned Layer and Private Practitioner served in many capacities among which includes being a Member in the 1996 Local Government Election Petition with H.A.T. Adegbite as Chairman. He also served as Secretary, Committee to investigate Disharmony at College of Education Azare between the Management and the Academic staff the Committee was chaired by the Late Zannan Katagum He is currently serving in the Tax Force for the implementation of Sharia Law in Bauchi State as a Member. He is also the artist and resource person for the Bauchi Radio Corporation Enlightenment Programme in Human and Citizen Rights generally and in Courts since 1994 till date. He served as Hon. Commissioner for Justice with the Bauchi State Government from 2010-2011, and Number three th Hajiya Talatu Barwa She was born on 26 August in 1962 and hails from Itas in Itas/Gadau Local Government Area. She attended Nasarawa East Primary School, Azare from 1967-1973, Katagum Government Secondary School Azare from 1973-1978, Bauchi College of arts and Science (BACAS) from 1978-1984, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 1986-1987 and Usman Dan’fodio University, Sokoto 2005-date. Hajiya Talatu obtained the following Certificates West African Examination Certificate, B. Sc. Business Management with second class honours upper division, Masters in Business Administration and awaiting PhD in Management from Usman Dan’fodio University, Sokoto. She started her working career as a graduate Assistant in University of Maiduguri and later move to Kano State Polytechnic as a - 10 - Lecturer, from there she got employment as a Senior Lecturer Department of Business Administration with Bayero University, Kano. She also served Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Women Affairs, Bauchi State Government from 2009-2011. She attended various Workshops and Seminars. She also has some publication among which is Women in Management. Obstacles to Women Career Development in Management and the impact of Transportation to the Economic Growth of Nigeria. An Assessment of Road Transport in Nigeria 1986-2006. Mr. Speaker : I will now call on the Majority Leader to take Alh. Bappah Azare on the three basic questions. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Alh. Bappah if I may ask, have you ever been convicted of any criminal offence by any Court of Law or Tribunal? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have never been convicted of any criminal offence by any Court or tribunal. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Have you ever been declared bankrupt? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): I have never been declared Bankrupt. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): What are your contributions to the development of your Local Government or the State in general? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee) Well, Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members as you can see from my Curriculum Vitae which is before you, I started as Primary School Teacher. I imparted knowledge to my pupils as a teacher and I am proud to say that as I am speaking to you now, alot of them are now professionals in their various fields of human endeavours. As a Professional Accountant up to the level I was able to attain in the Civil Service, I have secured employment to numerous people not only from my area, but the state in general. I have also contributed in the formulation of policies and programmes of the state which have gone a long way in the Socio- economic developments of the state. This is just in a nut-shell Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members. Mr.Speaker : I recognise Hon. Dan’abba. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Alh. Bappah, what can you say about the misunderstanding between the Board of Internal Revenue and some Commercial Banks in the State? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): The bone of contention there is the issue of revenue for the State Government that are supposed to be paid by the Banks. There was a misunderstanding but hopefully, things are beginning to take shape. Of - 11 - course the issue has not been fully resolved but discussions are on-going and by the grace of God, a solution would soon be reached. Mr. Speaker : Yes Minority Leader. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Alh. Bappah, it is an acknowledged fact that you are a Season Civil Servant and a technocrat of the highest Order. One day it was in the treasury, precisely in the Accountant General’s office, I overheard some people making remarks that you have made tremendous reforms in the Accountant General’s office. Now, how do you intend to impact positively on the people of Bauchi State? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): By the Special grace of God when I finally become part of the highest decision making body of the State; Which is the state Executive Council; I will use my wealth of experience to impact positively on the generality of the people of the state. Nobody can be an Island. We will continue to collaborate and corroborate in order to achieve maximum benefits for the state. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): If by the Special grace of God you become a Commissioner and you happen to be assigned to the Ministry of Finance as an Hon. Commissioner, how do you intend to overcome the issue of delayed payments even after obtaining executive approvals? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, you need to understand that what is basically causing delays in payment is lack of liquidity to off-set the approvals given. What is left to the State Government after all the mandatory deductions is too small to take care of all the approvals given. So that is basically the issue. Hon. Abdullahi Mohammed Wahu (Sade): How do you intend to improve internally generated revenue? Alh. Bappah Azare (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, we will do our best because it is not going to be an individual effort but a collective one. There were certain measures we wanted to take to improve our internally generated revenue drive but because of the electioneering campaigns there was no way we could take them. But now that the elections are over, we will begin with sensitization before introducing whatever measures we intend to take. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, we have cross-examined the nominee and we have heard his response, Is it the wish of this Hon. House that we confirm him as an Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State?
- 12 - (Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Alh. Bappah Azare has been confirmed for appointment as an Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State .
Mr. Speaker : The next person on the list is Barr. Al-Mustapha Suleiman. I will take him on the three basic questions. Barr. Al-Mustapha have you ever been convicted of any criminal offence either by a Court of Law or tribunal? Barr. Almustapha (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have never been convicted by any Court or tribunal. Mr. Speaker : Have you ever been declared Bankrupt? Barr. Al-mustapha (Nominee): Not at all Mr. Speaker. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Have you left any legacy during your tenure as an Hon. Commissioner in the last administration? Barr. Al-mustapha Suleiman (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, during my tenure as an Hon. Commissioner in the last administration of His Excellency Mal.(Dr.) Isa Yuguda we were able to re-organize the Ministry of Justice and tremendously improve revenue generation through contract vetting. Hon. Adamu Manu Soro (Ganjuwa East): You are aware that the tenure of Local Government Chairmen have since expired and yet they are still occupying their various offices. As a Legal Adviser to His Excellency what are you doing about it? Barr. Al-mustapha (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am quite aware and In-sha- Allah immediately I am returned to the Ministry, I will advise the Government appropriately Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): There are so many people in Police custody awaiting trial sometimes stay far longer than the period they would have served had they been convicted. What are you going to say about that? Barr. Al-mustapha (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, it may interest you to note that I rather joined the State Executive Council rather late. However, we are doing our best in that regard and I can assure you that In-sha-Allah if I am returned to that Ministry as an Hon. Commissioner, I will do my best to minimize these types of case.
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Mr. Speaker : Chairman Rules and Business it is now one O’clock and we still have a long way to go in the screening exercise. Could you therefore move for the Suspension of Order 6 to enable us continue with our deliberations? Hon. Bello I. Meshema (Itas/Gadau): I rise to move a motion for the suspension of Order 6 to enable us continue with our deliberations. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Bura): I second the motion for the suspension of Order 6.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 6 stood suspended to enable the Hon. House continue with its deliberation .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the Barrister has responded to all our questions Is it the wish of the Hon. House to confirm him as a Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State?
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Barr. Mustapha has been confirmed as a Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State .
Mr. Speaker : The next person on the line is Hajiya Talatu Barwa. She has been standing for too long and being a woman I think she should be given a seat. Minority Leader could you please give her a seat? Good. Then go ahead and take her on the basic questions. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Hajiya have you been convicted by any Court of Law or tribunal? Hajiya Talatu Barwa (Nominee): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have never been convicted of any offence either by a Court of Law or tribunal. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Have you ever been declared bankrupt? Hajiya Talatu Barwa : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have never been declared bankrupt. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): How do you intend to touch on the lives of the womenfolk in Bauchi State? Hajiya Talatu Barwa : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, there are alot of programmes which I introduced when I was a Hon. Commissioner in the last - 13 - dispensation. These programmes impacted positively on the generality of our womenfolk especially those in the rural areas. If by the special grace of God I am returned to the Ministry of Women Affairs I will make sure that I consolidate on those programmes and even initiate new ones that will further enhance the living condition of four people the women of the grassroots. Mr. Speaker : Any further question for her? (Pause) In the absence of any further question, Is it the wish of this Hon. House that we confirm her as a Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State?
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Hajiya Talatu Barwa has been confirmed to become a Hon. Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State .
Mr. Speaker : Next is batch three which comprises of Dr. Sani Malami, Alh. Tasi’u Mohammed and Ubale Ibrahim. Mr. Clerk you can call them in. Mr. Clerk :The proposed Commissioners are in the Chamber. Mr. Speaker : Yes Clerk, you can read their biography starting with Dr. Sani as it appears on the Schedule. But before then, Dr. Sani you can give your Original Credentials to Hon. Danlami A. Kawule, while Tasi’u Mohammed to Hon. Rifkatu Samson and Ubale Ibrahim to Hon. Auwal Hassan for final Screening. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Dr. Sani Abubakar Malam i: An indigene of Bauchi Local Government, was born on 31 st December, 1968. He attended Federal Government College Azare, Faculty of Science, University of Maiduguri, College of Medical Sciences, University of Maiduguri, National Post graduate Medical College of Nigeria, Lagos, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, Maryland USA and University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Dr. Sani has the following ;qualifications, MBBS,FMC Path and MAC. He started his working carreer as a Senior House Officer at the Department of Medicine, Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital, Abuja. Registrar and Senior Registrar Department of Pathology ABU. Teaching Hospital Zaria, Consultant Histopathology Usman Dan Fodio Teaching Hospital, Sokoto. He also served as a consultant Histopathology’s, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital as well as a Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, Bayero University Kano. Presently he is an Associated Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Bayero University Kano. Dr. Sani attended Professional Courses too numerous to mention both in Nigeria and
- 14 - outside Nigeria. He also has 49 Publications in peer-reviewed journals and 23 publications in proceedings conference abstract. Alhaji Tasi’u Mohammed (Zannan Katagum) He was born in Azare town in Katagum Local Government Aarea. He attended Day Primary Schools Azare and Community Secondary School Azare from 1972-1974 and Katagum Government Secondary School from 1974-1976 where he obtained a General Certificate of Education. Alhaji Tasi’u obtained a Diploma in Business Management from ATBU in the year 2000. Alhaji Tasi’u was Managing Director B.M.G. (Nig). Ltd. Azare. A construction Company of repute that handled the construction of Women Teachers’ College Azare from 1976-1983 and Federal Government College Azare 1983-1990 under his supervision. He was a Member of Bauchi State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BACCIMA) from 1980-2001. He was a member (BACCIMA) Delegation to India and Italy. Alhaji Tasi’u was elected Chairman Katagum Local Government from 1999-2003. He also served as Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Water Resources from 2002-2003. He also served as Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Information and Agriculture from 2010-2011. Alhaji Tasi’u was awarded with a certificate of Honour by the Nigerian Union of Teachers, and three Abubakar Ubale Ibrahim : He was born in 1962 and hails from Darazo Local Government Area. He attended GSS Bauchi, Kaduna Polytechnic and ATBU Bauchi where he obtained WAEC in 12980, OND in Business Administration 1988, Higher National Diploma in Business Administration in 1992, post graduate Diploma in Management Studies in 2002 and Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2003. Among the places he worked were Ministry of Health, Bauchi from 1980-1988, Establishment and Service Matters Bureau 1988-19994. Bauchi State Investment and Property Development Company Ltd. 1994-2006. While at the Investment and Property Development Company limited Abubakar Ubale started work as Senior Manager Admin. And Finance and rose to the rank of acting Managing Director before he left in 2006. He later joined Legacy Pension Managers Ltd in 2006 as Zonal Business Manager in charge of Bauchi, Yobe and Gombe States and left voluntarily in 2009. He was appointed Honourable Commissioner by Governor Malam Isa Yuguda in 2010. He served in the Ministry of Budget and Planning until 2011. Mr. Speaker : Before the cross-examination I request Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma to ask him the three mandatory questions. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members Dr. Sani Malami, have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt in any Court of Law? - 15 - Dr. Sani Malami : No Sir, Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): What has been your contribution to either your Local Government Area or Bauchi State. Dr. Sani Malami : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, In my capacity I assisted the Bauchi State Indigene securing jobs at the Federal Government level. I assisted the Government in providing advice for the Establishment of the Teaching Hospital in Bauchi. I also assisted in securing Admission to the Bauchi State Indigenes in various Institutions and above all I advised on the way forward in the Development of the State. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Dr. Sani Malami, I have gone through his Original Credentials and found out to be superb . My question is how can you improve the Health Sector if you are confirm as a Commissioner of Health? Dr. Sani Malami : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I will do my best to see that Bacadma in the State is improved, Health Primary Centres are improved and with the support of the Executive Arm the Capitalization of projects in the State is improved. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Dr. Sani Malami, if given the approval as a Commissioner of Health what contribution are you going to give in that Sector in terms of quick Health Delivery? Dr. Sani Malami : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, experts can be brought in to serve in various capacities, the issue of immunization can be intensified through out the State. Finally, the Teaching Hospital to stand firm on its feet. Mr. Speaker : Yes any other questions? Silent. Mr. Speaker : I now put the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Dr. Sani Malami is confirmed to be appointed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government , Congratulation .
Mr. Speaker : Next person for confirmation is Alh. Tasiu Mohammed, Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori you can ask him the 3 necessary questions. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadoni (Gamawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Tasiu Mohammed, have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupted by any Court of Law?
- 16 - Alh. Tasiu Mohammed : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, No Sir. Mr. Speaker : Tell us your contribution for the Development of either your Local Government Area or the State in General. Alh. Tasiu Mohammed : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, It will interest you note that I was 2 terms the Chairman of Ningi Local Government Area. During my tenure as Chairman in the Health Sector, about 50 various Primary Health Centres were built in different wards. I secure employment for the Youth, While as a Commissioner of Water resources, clean and portable was made available to both the urban and the rural Areas. E.g. in Zakka, Toro, Giade etc. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo (Duguri/Gwana): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Tasiu Mohammed, if you are now confirm as the Commissioner Water Resources what will be your contribution. Alh. Tasiu Mohammed : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, as mentioned earlier, I will improve the supply of clean and portable Water to both the rural and the urban areas of the State. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, please Alh. Tasiu Mohammed, Tell the House what effort will you make to improve Water Scheme in the State. Alh. Tasiu Mohammed : I will liaise with both the Executive, the legislators and the Executive to see to the improvement of Water Scheme in the \state. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Dunna (Bogoro): (Observation) Mr. Speaker: Yes what it is. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Dunna (Bogoro): Why are all question put on him is as a Commissioner Water Resources? He served there for only 6 months during the last regime but most of his time was spent at information. So I feel he should be more fitted in information . Mr. Speaker : No, Hon. He can be posted anywhere. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Dunna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, going through his credentials, nothing is wrong with it. Mr. Speaker : Enough questions have been asked and answered correctly and above all nothing is wrong with his CV.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Congratulation, you are now confirmed to be a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next is Alh. Ubale Ibrahim. I now request Hon. Ibrahim Tukur to ask him the 3 necessary questions. - 17 - Hon. Ibrahim Tukur (Toro/Jama’a): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Ubale Ibrahim, have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt by any Court of Law? Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : No Sir, Hon. Ibrahim Tukur (Toro/Jama’a): What has been your contribution to the State? Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, when I was with the Bauchi State Investment Company, I Educate the people on buying and Selling of (Shares) In Darazo all hand pumps were repaired. Above all, Children were encouraged to go to School and were backup financially. Hon. Danlami A. Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Ubale Ibrahim you were a one term Commissioner of budget and Planning but we had higher rate of poverty in Bauchi and the North East in General. Does that mean that you could not performed? Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Poverty has nothing to do with budget. Mr. Speaker : What of Planning. Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : We Planned best on Areas of need. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, there are some Ministries that handled that part. Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Are you Speaking for him? Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : Yes Mr. Speaker our own involvement is only to plan the budget as rightly pointed out while other Ministries execute as designed. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Ubale Ibrahim, my question is how will you handle the issue of the 20 Local Government Areas joint projects? Alh. Ubale Ibrahim : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, My function is to plan and provide Fund. So it is not my area. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Dunna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Ubale Ibrahim My question is, there are times a project may appear on the budget and the budget is approved but you will not see it being executed at the end of the day, what happened. Alh. Ubale Ibrahim: Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, a project may appeared on the budget but could not be executed because it has not been funded. So the budget Is only a guide to the executive when it comes to implementation? Mr. Speaker: Yes Hon. Shira you can feed us back with his Credentials. Hon. Auwal Hassan (Shira): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, His credential have been confirmed to be correct. - 18 - (Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed to be appointed as a Hon. Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government. Congratulation .
Mr. Speaker : I recognise Majority Leader to move a motion to enabdle us go and pray. Hon. Abdu Disina (Disina): I rise to move for the adjournment of the House to enable us pray. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): I rise to second.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : The Hon. House adjourned for 30 Minutes for prayers .
RESUMED SITTING AT ABOUT 12:58 AFTER PRAYER.
Mr. Speaker : Next batch consist of Alh. Aminu Hammayo, Alh. Mohammed Maijama’a and Alh. Umar Saleh Giade. We will now take them as it appears on the Schedule. I now recognise Hon. Abdulmumini Ningi to lead Alh. Aminu Hammayo with the necessary 3 questions. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Aminu Hammayo have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt in any Court of Law? Alh. Aminu Hammayo: No Sir. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, what then has been your contribution to the Development of either your Local Government or the State? Alh. Aminu Hammayo : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, when I was with Land and Survey I make sure that the Land Use allocation Act was constituted. In 2007 – 2008 I make sure that 242 Certificates of Occupancy were signed and 115 deed Certificates were approved. Above all a lot of money was saved for the Government. In the Health Sector, reconstruction of Ningi, Giade and Azare General Hospitals are made. I assisted in making the Health Insurance Scheme take up well. The Accident and Emergency ward is well equip. In the Areas of Finance, I encouraged the generation of revenue. I also make sure that the management of balance-sheet in the State has been carried out.
- 19 - Mr. Speaker : Any other question? Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Hammayo my question is how can you rationalize the scarce resources? Alh. Aminu Hammayo : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, My Colleagues in the finance section I will increase the revenue sharing formula. I will also push for the review of the allocation formula. Mr. Speaker: If there is no further question, can you please feed us back with his Credentials. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have gone through his Credentials and found out to be correct.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next is Mohammed Maija’a Have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt by any Court of Law? Alh. Mohmmed Maija’a : No Sir, Mr. Speaker : Can you please tell us your contribution to the development of either your local Government or the State. Alh. Mohammed Maija’a : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I assist in employing most of our Youths in the Banking Sector. Mr. Speaker . No problem with his CV. Any other question? Hon. Danlami A. Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Mohammed, Do you have any legacy you left behind. Alh. Mohammed Maijama’a : Yes the legacy of securing Jobs for the Youth in the banking sector. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Alh. Mohammed, Government policy and Bankrupt Sector cannot be separated. During the Obasanjo Regime, there were lots of Economic reform and policies CBN engaged in banking consolidation. Can you mention one. Alh. Mohammed Maijama’a : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, The capitalization of Governdment Companies, and Sales of Stocks. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, How can you reconcile working in Banking Sector and now in Government? Alh. Mohammed Maijama’a : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members , Banking is based on prudence which is also applicable to Civil Service.
- 20 - Mr. Speaker : Once again, you can feed us with his CV Hon. Mashema. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, going through his Credentials, there is nothing wrong.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed to be appointed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next on the list is Alh. Umar Saleh Giade. Have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt in a Court or Law? Umar Saleh Giade : No Sir. Mr. Speaker : What has been your contribution to the Development of either your Local Government Area or the State? Alh. Umar Saleh Giade : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, during my tenure, I transferred the Local Government by construction of one of the rest Local Government Secretariats in the State. I built shops in various wards. I provided clean and portable in the Local Government and its environs. I was even given an award by the European Union for my best performance in developmental programmes. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, his biography proved to us that he has been the Chairman of Giade for three terms and performed credibly and his Credentials are okay.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed to be appointed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next on our batch are Alh. Aminu Ibrahim, Alh. Dahiru Maiwada, and Alh. Abdulkadir Ibrahim. Mr. Clerk can you read their biography one after the other as appeared on the schedule. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members,. Alhaji Aminu Ibrahim He was Born on 1 st January, 1960 at kafin-Madaki in Ganjuwa Local Government Area. He attended Gar Primary School and obtained Primary School Certificate in 1978; teachers’ College Toro and obtained Grade II Certificate in 1983. He was also at S.G.S. Bayero University Kano Pre-Degree 1986. He obtained a B.A.(Ed) Hons Degree from Bayero University, Kano in 1989 and M.Ed. (Admin. And Planning) from University of Jos in 2005. Alhaji Aminu starts his working career as a Grade II Teacher in 1983, he
- 21 - became Teacher Grade I in 1986, Master II in 1989. Education Officer VII in 1991, Education Officer VI in 1992, Lecturer III the same year 1992, Lecturer II in 1995. He was Principal Education Officer/Zonal Coordinator in 2005, Alhaji Aminu became Assistant Director, Zonal Coordinator NTI in 2009, He served as Hon. Commissioner with the Bauchi State Government in Ministry of Education and Ministry of Higher Education from 2009-2011. He attended Seminars and Workshops too numerous to mention. Alhaji Aminu is also the Sarkin Malaman- Madakin Bauchi. I beg to submit. D ahiru Maiwada Wundi He was born on 26 th December, 1966 at Wu and hails from Toro Local Government. He attended Rishi Primary School from 1971-1978, Government Technical School Gumau from 1978-1983, Kaduna Polytechnic 1984- 1987 and 1988-l990. He obtained the following qualifications: First School. Leaving Certificate, General Certificate of Education, National Diploma (Marketing) Upper Credit and Higher National Diploma (Marketing ) Upper Credit. He started his working career as a Class Teacher at Rishi Primary School from 1983-1984, Lecturer Kaduna Polytechnic (NYSC) 1990-1991, Special Adviser to Bauchi State Governor in 2007. Managing Director C.E.O. Amams Integrated Services Ltd., Chairman/C.E.O. Mahez Engineering Works Limited. Executive Director, Ilma Ventures Ltd., He also served with Bauchi State Government as Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Rural Development from 2010 to 2011. Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim (FCIM): He was born on 15 th June, 1962 and hails from Alkaleri Local Government Area. He attended L.E.A. Primary School, Yalo and obtained Primary School Leaving Certificate in 1977, Senior Secondary School Government College, Gombe and obtained a (SSCE) Certificate. He was at Ahmadu Bello University, zaria where he obtained B.Ed (Hons) Administration and Planning 1990, In the year 2000, Alhaji Abdukadir was awarded MPA (Public Administration and Policy Analysis) from the University of Abuja. Currently, he is pursuing PhD (Policy Analysis) from the University of Abuja. He started his working career as an Administrative Officer with Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) at Lagos from 1992 to 1993. He moved to office of the Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC). Abuja and served as Administrative Officer, Service and Establishment Matters Bureau from 1993 to 2004, He was also at Service Delivery Office, Presidential Villa, Abuja as Head of Operations and Strategies, Service Delivery Initiative of the Federal Government from 2004-2007. He later got appointment with the Bauchi State Government as Executive Secretary Bauchi State Scholarship Board where he
- 22 - served from 2007-2008. He was also the Permanent Secretary, Service Delivery (Establishment and Service Matters Bureau). He was appointed Head of Civil Service Bauchi State in 2008 until July, 2011. He attended various Courses both within and outside the country. He also holds the traditional titles of (Cika Soron Bauchi) and Ademula of Lajeland of Ondo State. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Before the Cross-examination, Alh. Aminu Ibrahim, you can give your Original Credentials for Scrutiny. Alh. iru Maiwada give your Original certificates for scrutiny. While Alh. Abdulkadir Ibrahim to Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin for the final scrutiny Mr. Clerk : The 3 nominees are now before you for the final screening ... I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Yes, Hon. Abdullahi Muktar you can take Alhaji Aminu Ibrahim. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Aminu Ibrahim, have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt, by any Court, of Law? Alh. Aminu Ibrahim : No Sir, Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, What have been your contribution towards Development in either the State or your Local Government? Alhaji Aminu Ibrahim as a Leader, I have helped in bringing the younger ones up. I was one time a State Coordinator at Gombe which I equally promote the Educational Sector by creating awareness and policies that have a direct bearing to the grassroots. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alhai Aminu Ibrahim you were one time a Commissioner between 2005 – 2006 which the policy of Junior Secondary School was in existence. Today that both the building and the infrastructures are not there not even to talk of teachers. How can you overcome this issue. Alh. Aminu Ibrahim This issue has been contained drastically by the SUBEB through recruitment, payment or salaries while we assisted by the construction of the dilapidated structures which were inherited. In assumption of office, proper rehabilitations will be made, structures, seats will be provided. Policies will be designed to contained the problems if supported by the Executive. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale (Bauchi Central): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, his Credentials are confirmed correct.
(Question put and Agreed to ) - 23 - Resolved : Confirmed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next on the list is Alh. Dahiru Maiwada. I recognise Hon. Bakoji to lead him on the 3 mandatory questions. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Alh. Dahiru Maiwada, Have you ever been convicted or declared Bankrupt by any Court of Law. Alh. Dahiru Maiwada : No! Sir. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo (Chiroma): Alh. Mahiru Maiwada, what has been your contributions to development in either the State or your Local Government Area. Alh. Dahiru Maiwada : All abandon projects were reinstated with the Assistance of His Excellency.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed to be appointed as a Commissioner in the Bauchi State Government .
Mr. Speaker : Next on the list is Alh. Abdulkadir Ibrahim. Have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt? Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim ; No. Sir, Mr. Speaker : Tell the House your contribution towards development of either the State or your Local Government. Alhaji Abdullkadir Ibrahim Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I have assisted in various capacities to secure employer for the Bauchi State Indigenes to Federal Government Service. I personally built a Community Secondary School for the development of Education in my area.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Confirmed him as a Commissioner in the Government of Bauchi State .
Mr. Speaker : Next on the list is the following. Dr. Salisu Shehu, Pharm. Bukar Bukata and Alhaji Mohammed Isa Wabu. But we have been informed from the Government House that Dr. Salisu Shehu proposal from Tafawa-Balewa, as a Commissioner has been withdrawn. So we are only taking the two(2) i.e. Pharm. Bukar Bukata and Alhaji Mohammed Isa Wabu as it
- 24 - appeared on the schedule. Clerk, you can go ahead and read their biography as usual. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Parm. Bukar Bukata Bayero : He was born on 4th April, at Gwaranga and hails from Bogoro Local Government Area. He attended Mwari Primary School from 1973-1979, Federal Government College, Maiduguri from 1979-1984. University of Jos (B.Pharm) 1997-2001 and also University of Jos PhD (in view) 2002 to date. He started work as an Accounts Clerk with Zaranda Hotel, Bauchi in May 1985, until November, 1985. He was an Anteon Pharmacist with Specialist Hospital, Bauchi from 1990-1991, Senior Pharmacist in charge General Hospital Ningi, 1992-19995, Lecturer, Department of Pharmacology, University of Jos 1995-2007, Part time Lecturer in Pharmacology, Federal Medical and Veterinary Laboratory Technician Vom, 2000-2007. He was appointed Hon. Commissioner by Governor Malam Isa Yuguda in 2007 until 2011, and he served in various Ministries. He attended many courses both in and outside the country. He also has some Publications to his credit. Alhaji Mohammed Isa wabu : He was born 1 st January, 1956 and hails from Gamawa Local Government Area. He attended Udubo Primary School from 1963-1970, Government Secondary School Bauchi 1971-1975 Bauchi teachers’ college from 1975-1976, School of Nursing Bauchi from 1981-1984, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital from 19991-19992 and University of Maiduguri again in 19997. He obtained the following Certificates, Grade II Teacher’s certificate, Diploma in General Nursing, Diploma in Community Health and Advanced Diploma in Public Admin. (in view). He started work as a Head Master in Gamawa Local Government Area, 1976-1980, Health Management Board, Bauchi 1980-1987. He was appointed Chairman Care-Taker Committee Gamawa Local Government Area in 2007. Currently, he is serving with Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic as a Chief Nursing Officer. Mr. Clerk : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to submit the 2 nominees for your final approval, please. Mr. Speaker : Pharm. B. Bukar have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt by any court of Law? Pharm. B. Bukar: No. Sir! Mr. Speaker : Where are you now? Pharm. B. Bukar : With the University of Jos. Mr. Speaker : Are you not before the Hon. Members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly? Pharm. B. Bukar : Oh very sorry, I thought where I am presently working. In respect of That, I am before the Hon. Members of the Bauchi State of Assembly. - 25 - Mr. Speaker : You can tell us your contribution towards in the development of the State or your Local Government Area Pharm. B. Bukar : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, when I was with the Information we were able to carry the people along by provision of BATV Sub-station in Azare. As a Commissioner of Water Resources we were able to provide portable drinking Water to the Urban and the Rural Areas of the State. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, during your last Administration, you make an excellent performance but if I may ask what formula did you use in transferring Water Board to your office and how can you improve in the Water System of the State if you venture to be the Commissioner of Water Resources. Pharm. B. Bukar: Gubi-Dam can be overhaul in order to give both the Urban and Rural Areas portable drinking water. Hon. Ahmed Garba Mohammed (Dam/Dag/Jalam): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Pharm. B. Bukar. It was during your tenure that you were given the Executive approval in providing Water in Bauchi State. Accordingly, you awarded some contracts but not executed. Parm. B. Bukar To provide water to all, is capital intensive. So lack of funds contributed a lot for not reaching out all nooks and corners of the State. But the Government is doing all it could in seeing that water has been provided to all the Rural and Urban Centres in the State. Mr. Speaker : Meanwhile, Alh. Mohammed Isa Wabu you can give the original of your credentials to Hon. Ibrahim Zwall while Pharm. B. Bukar to Hon. Bilyaminu Burra. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Pharm. B. Bukar you served in the last Administration from 2007-2011 even though you stayed just a brief in information as a Commissioner. Katagum did not enjoyed anything in terms of communication we only depend on our neighbouring State i.e. Jagawa and Yobe, what was the rationale behind that? Pharm. B. Bukar : Infact frantic efforts were being made to curb that trend i.e. BATV sub-station was constructed in Azare. There were no strong signal so I convinced His Excellency and it was constructed and Commissioned. BRC- sub-station - we finished our assessment and along the line, I was re-assigned to Water Resources. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, was there any follow-up. Pharm. B. Bukar : While, I normally ask my predecessor whenever we met during the Exco. Meeting. - 26 - - 26 -
Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Pharm. B. Bukar what is the cause of the incessant crises in Tafawa-Balewa and Bogoro and what has been your contribution as a stakeholder. Mr. Speaker : can you please comment; Observation. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this is a security issue that can be addressed to the Security Agency. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am asking him in his capacity as a stakeholder. Mr. Speaker : You can comment on it. Pharm. B. Bukar : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am a person that desire peace and love to my people that is why I served as National Zar Development President before coming in as a Commissioner. As a stakeholder we preached to all the Communities involved. Mr. Speake : In the absence of any other question, Hon. Bilyaminu feed us back with his credentials. Hon. Bilyaminu Usman (Burra): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, Having gone through his credentials. I found them to be all correct. Mr. Speaker : I will now put the Question.
(Question. Put and negatived ) Resolved : Rejected to be appointed as Commissioner based on some grounds or anomalies
Mr. Speaker : Next is Mohammed Isa Wabu. Have you ever been convicted or declared bankrupt in any Court of Law? Hon. Mohammed Isa Wabu : No Sir. Mr. Speaker : Tell us your contribution towards the development of your Local Government or the State. Alhaji Mohammed Isa Wabu : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I was a Teacher, so I taught greatly in the Education Sector. Mr. Speaker : Any other question, please? In the absence of any other question I now put the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved: Confirmed as a Commissioner in the Public Service of Bauchi State Government .
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RESTORATION OF ORDER 6
Mr. Speaker : Having come to the end of our deliberation. I now call on the Chairman rules and Business Committee to move a motion for the restoration or Order (6). Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas-Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the restoration of Order 6. Mr. Speaker : Yes, any seconder? Yes Hon. Dan’abba. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 6 is hereby restored .
A D J O U R N M E N T
Mr. Speaker : Yes, I recognise the Majority Leader to move a motion for the adjournment of this Hon. House to 11 th Thursday, 2011. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the adjournment of this House to Thursday 11 th August, 2011. Mr. Speaker : Yes, the Minority Leader. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House stood adjourned till Thursday, 11 th August 2011 by 10:00 a.m.
Accordingly the House adjourned sitting at about 4.35 to resume sitting Thursday, 11 th August, 2011 at 10.00 a.m .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 043 RD LEGISALTIVE DAY THURSDAY, 11 TH AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:30 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
ROLL CALL : All Hon. Members were present except the following:-
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Adoji Abdu - (Disina) 2. Hon.Haladu Jalli - (Sakwa) 3. Hon. Mustapha Ibrahim Yalo - (Duguri/Gwana) 4. Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - (Warji) 5. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - (Pali) 6. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu - (Katagum)
Absent :
1. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - (Giade) 2. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara)
APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let’s go through the Votes and Proceedings of Yesterday, 10 th August, 2011 page by page and see if there is any observation or amendment ;to make Yes. Hon. Bobo. Hon. Aliyu Bakoji Bobo (Chiroma): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, mine is an observation on page 5 was debate in-sued Hon. Iliyasu Zwall. Mr. Speaker: Clerk at table please effect correction.
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Hon. Iliyasu Mohammed Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Yesterday 10 th August, 2011. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of 10 th August, 2011 stood adopted .
A N N O U N C E M E N T
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the next item is announcement Hon. Members, I have the following announcement to make that: a) Women Affairs Committee to meet after adjournment b) Cabinet Committee to meet after adjournment and c) Works and Transport Committee. Hon. Members, the next item is Order of the Day
O R D E R O F T H E D A Y
PRESENTATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET 2011 FOR THIRD READING
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, over this item may I call on Hon Minority Leader to move a motion for the supplementary budget; to be read for the third times and pass. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the House to allow the Supplementary Budget 2011 be read for the Third time and pass. Hon. Danlami Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman for the Supplementary Budget 2011 be read for the third time.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Supplementary Budget 2011 read for the third time and pass . - 3 -
Mr. Speake r: Mr. Clerk read please. Clerk : I read Supplementary Budget 2011 - third reading. Mr. Speaker : Thank you very much Hon. Members. Hon. Members, now that we have come to the end of today’s sitting, and considering the fact that the House will go on recess starting from today, May I call on Hon. Minority Leader to move a motion for adjournment to allow the House to go on recess from 10/8/2011 to 6/9/2011.
A D J O U R N M E N T
Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, having come to the end of today’s proceedings, I stand to move a motion to allow the House to go for the recess. Hon. Danlami Kawule (Zungur/Galambi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion to allow the House go on recess.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House adjourned its sitting to enable the House go for recess from 10 th August, 2011 to 6 th September, 2011 .
The House accordingly adjourned its sitting at 12.50 Noon to resume on 6 th September, 2011 by 10.00 a.m. .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 049 TH LEGISALTIVE DAY TUESDAY, 13 TH AUGUST, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:30 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
Mr. Speaker : Let me use this opportunity to welcome you all from the long recess we are hoping that God has answered all our prayers. Let’s progress.
Roll Call : All Hon. Members were present except the following:
Absent With Permission :
Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu - (Sade) Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma - (Darazo) Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin - (Warji) Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu - (Lame)
Absent :
Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - (Giade) Hon. Auwal Hassan - (Shira) Hon. Hon. Haladu Jalli - (Sakwa) Hon. Dan’abba M. Shehu - (Katagum)
APROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Lets go through the Votes and Proceedings of last sitting of 11 th August, 2011.Yes Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to moved a motion for the adoption of Votes and Proceedings.
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Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of last sittings 11 th August, 2011 stood adopted .
A N N O U N C E M E N T
1. Committee on Commerce to meet tomorrow any time after 2 p.m. 2. Hon. Yusuf. C. Nuhu lost his Mother very early hours of today we are going to formed a Committee for condolence 3. A Committee of Condolence should be formed to Misau over a recent blast at the Police station.
A D J O U R N M E N T
Mr. Speaker : Yes Majority Leader move for the adjournment. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the adjournment of the Hon. House till tomorrow 14 th September, 2011 at 10.a.m. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare/Madangala): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the House do adjourn till tomorrow 14 th September, 2011 at 10.00 a.m.
The Hon. House accordingly adjourn sitting at 12.15 p.m. to resume tomorrow Wednesday, 14 th September, 2011 by 1 0.00 a.m. prompt.
BAUCHI STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
DAILY OFFICIAL REPORT
059 TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
TUESDAY, 27 TH SEPTEMBER, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. PRESENTATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET FOR THIRD READING
5. ADJOURNMENT
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THURSDAY, 29 TH SEPTEMBER, 2011
C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. PRESENTATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET FOR THIRD READING
5. ADJOURNMENT
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C O N T E N T S
1. PRAYERS
2. APPROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
3. ANNOUNCEMENT
4. PRESENTATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET FOR THIRD READING
5. ADJOURNMENT
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 059 TH LEGISALTIVE DAY TUESDAY, 27 TH SEPTEMBER, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:45 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
Mr. Speaker : Let me use this opportunity to welcome you all from the long recess we are hoping that God has answered all our prayers. Let’s progress.
Roll Call : All Hon. Members were present except the following:
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale - (Bauchi Central) 2. Hon. Abdulkarim Mohammed Wahu - (Sade)
Absent :
1. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara)
APROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let us quickly go through the Votes and Proceedings page by page and see if there is any observation or amendment to make...(silence) Okay in the absence of any observation or amendment to make in the Votes and Proceedings. Can someone move a motion for adoption? Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, in the absence of any observation or amendment to make, I stand to a motion to adopt the Votes and Proceedings. I beg to move. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori Gamawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion. I beg to move.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of 13 th September , 2011 stand adopted .
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, I have the following announcement to make. That the Security and Finance Committees to met after adjournment. The next item is matter of urgent public importance and I recognise Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma from Darazo Constituency.
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand before you under this very Important item to draw the attention of this House based on the recent publication and approval made by His Excellency, the Governor of Bauchi State, in relation to political appointments. Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, with the little knowledge I have of the 1999 Constitution as amended, were highlighted vividly the kind of nomenclesure the Governor should appoint as his Personal Assistances. But to my surprise, yesterday I heard that Directors General now in Bauchi State form part of Political appointment. Therefore Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I move a motion that should these people would be paid money under the Consolidated revenue funds of the State, the Hon. House should form a Committee to look at the Constitutionality of Political appointments that will be tag as Directors General. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, Dayyabu Chiroma have just moved a motion regarding the recent appointments of Political Office holders to the State made by His Excellency. Any contribution? Yes Minority Leader. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman : (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion. However, even though the House doesn’t have the power to make appointments but it has to power to regulate it. As earlier mentioned these political office holders would be paid from the Consolidated revenue of the State, there is need. Therefore, there is need for the House to look it critically and see the financial implication. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members a motion has been moved to refer the case to a Committee. However, I don’t know whether we are going to refer it to a certain Committee or are we going to form the Committee right now? Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, since the matter is in relation to making appointments, I think the Cabinet Committee can handle the matter adequately. Therefore, I am moving a motion in that respect. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, any contrary opinion? Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba (Dass): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this is a special issue therefore I am suggesting that a special Committee be formed by this Hon. House to handle the matter. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, we have a divergent opinion on this matter because a motion has been moved by Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall that the matter be referred to Cabinet Committee while Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba moved a motion that the matter be referred to Special Committee. I wish now put a question on the earlier motion moved
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Resolved Negative .
Mr. Speaker : Mr. Clerk you please take note by tomorrow during at a Committee of the Whole House we would discuss the matter and form a Special Committee to take up the matter. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Hon. Members, mine is an observation going by the previous legislative sittings, there is need to form the Special Committee right now. Mr. Speaker : Any contrary opinion? Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, mine is rather not a contrary opinion but since the issue is an urgent matter, there is a need to form Special Committee right now. Therefore, I am in support of what Hon. Dayyabu have just say Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members we are going to have a seven man Committee Chaired by Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi. Hon. Rifkatu Somson (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, mine is just a little observation. I am suggesting that the Chairmen of the Committee should come from the Cabinet Committee of the Hon. House. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to make a little contribution on what Hon. Rifkatu have just say. There is need to have a Legal Practitioner as a Member of the Secretary of the Committee. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I am suggesting that the Legal Adviser of the Hon. House to serve as the Secretary of the Committee.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Seven men Committee chaired by Hon Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi is to investigate the matter and report back within 48 hours .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members it is 1 Oclock there is need to suspend Order 6 to allow us continue with our deliberation. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the suspension of Order 6 to allow the House to continue it deliberation. Hon. Bilyami Usman (Bura): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second . I beg to move.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Order 6 suspended .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members thank you very much the next item is personal Explanation.
PERSONAL EXPLANATION
Hon. Mustapha Ibrahimj Yalo (Duguri/Gwana): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand before under this very important item to express my sincere Congratulation on the recent appointments of Villages Heads Futuk and Birlim respectively by His Excellency through the Bauchi Emirate Council. I also want to Congratulate the Emir of Bauchi for turbaning the Village Heads. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the next item is the Order of the day that presentation of Committee reports (Works and Health)
ORDER OF THE DAY
Mr. Speaker : Presentation of Report by the Chairman Works and Transport Committee. Hon. Sale Mohammed (Jama’atre): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion to allow me present my report. Hon. Rifkatu Somson (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion. I beg to move.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report of the works and Transport Committee be presented .
Hon. Sale Mohammed (Jama’atre): Report of the Works and Tranport Committee of Bauchi State House of Assembly on the Collapse Bridege along Lanzai-Papa-Dukkuyel Road, Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, - PREAMBLE - The Hon. House would recall that at its plenary session on Wednesday, 3 rd August, 2011 a motion was brought under matters of urgent public importance sponsored by the Hon. Member representing Sade constituency concerning the collapse of a bridge along Lanzai-Papa-Dukkuyel road in Darazo Local Government Area of the State. The matter was extensively deliberated upon by the Hon. House after which, it was referred to the Works and Transport Committee with a clear mandate to undertake a fact finding tour of the road in question and report back to the Hon. House with appropriate recommendations on how best to address the situation. The Committee embarked on the assignment on Friday, 5 th August, 2011 by travelling the whole length of the road from Lanzai-Papa up to the site of the collapse bridge some few kilometers after Papa town. FINDINGS : It may interest the Hon. House to know that this 47km road was awarded since the time of Late Alh. Abubakar Tatari Ali of blessed memory. If not for the coup of 1984, the road would have been long completed. However, it was disheartening to note that in spite of the huge amount of money already committed into this road, previous administrations in the state did not find it expedient to complete this road for reasons beyond the comprehension of ordinary minds. This is because:- (a) All the earth works, on this road i.e. topsoil removal and filling has been completed as at that time but because of years of neglect and abandonment, erosion has taken the better part of the road. (b) All culverts and bridges along this road had all been completed and they are in a very good condition up to the present moment because of the quality of the workmanship. (c) All that is required on this road now is filling with laterite in places where it has been eroded, general surface dressing and the asphalted concrete overlay. (d) There is a four-cell culvert immediately after Papa town that is seriously being threatened by erosion. A lot of communal effort is being put by the communities around to salvage it but it appeared there is a limit to what they can do. (e) The bridge at Jan- ruwa linking the people of Northern part of Sade Constituency with their counterparts of the southern part has been completely washed away and submerged in water leaving no trace of it at all thereby cutting off the people of this Constituency and greatly jeopardizing trade and commercial activities.
MISAU-HARDAWA-BULKACHUWA ROAD : - The committee took time on the same day, to visit the above mention-ed road because of the numerous complaints it has received regarding the condition of this road and therefore decided to go and see things for itself with a view to making appropriate recommendation to the Hon. House for appropriate action.
FINDING/OBSERVATIONS :- (a) This 32 Kilometer road was constructed about 30 years ago and throughout this period of time, it has not received any serious rehabilitation as a result of which, numerous pot holes have appeared on the road obstructing traffic and constituting death traps. (b) The bridges between Misau and Hardawa and other numerous culverts along this road are seriously being being threatened by erosion and unless something is urgently done to save the situation, this particular bridge and most of the culverts may be washed away as a result of the volume of water gushing out whenever a heavy downpour is experienced.
RECOMMENDATIONS :
(a) The executive arm of government should be called upon to complete the Lanzai-Papa-Dukkuyel road in view of the huge resources already committed into it and the benefit the people of this area will derive when it is completed. (b) As an interim measure, an alternative route be provided for the people of Aliya and environs to get across to their kith and kin in Papa, Sade and environs as a result of the collapse bridge which has dismembered them. (c) The Misau-Hardawa-Bulkachuwa road should be rehabilitated because it is threatened by erosion and the importance of the road to the socio-economic development of the people of this area cannot be overemphasized. The road has linked 3 Local Government areas in the State (Misau, Katagum and Gamawa Local Government Areas). (d) Cases of abandoned projects of the Late Tatari Ali era abound in the state. It is therefore recommended that Hon. Members should be called upon to identify such projects in their various constituencies with a view to including them in the 2012 budget and the Hon. House on its part to direct the executive arm to complete them.
CONCLUSION :
The Committee would like to seize this opportunity to thank the Hon. House most profoundly for giving it the opportunity to serve in this capacity and hope that the recommendations proffered would be looked into and accepted. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, the Chairman Works Committee have just need his report to your hearing any contribution or observation? Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I will have love the Chairman to brief us on the situation of the people within that locality. Because it appears to me from what he says live is very much unbearable to the people there and most likely there may be some adverse effect on the people within the environment. This is because NUMED has issued a great warning that there will a heavy rain on some parts of the State which may result to flooding. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the Work done by the Works Committee have really highlighted that we have problems in some of our roads. However, I want to comment particularly on Misau Hardawa road which was ear marked in this years budget 2011. So what I want to say has is that I want to draw the attention of the House to also draw the attention of the Executive Arm to hasten up to rehabilitate the road. Mr. Speaker : Any other contribution? Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to appreciate for the job wel done by the House Committee on Work. Hon. Members, without wasting much of our time, going by the presentation of the Report the Committee is requiring the quick intervention of the House to write to the Executive Arm to intervene. Therefore I am in support of the Report as well as to write to the Executive Arm to intervene so that this abandon project will be looked into. Hon. Baba A. Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to comment the report so far presented by the Works Committee of this Hon. House. However, in my opinion these road should not be consider as abandon projects. This is simply because these are road that started to be constructed since the first Civilian Administration and has not been completed. Therefore these road should be revisited all over again in order to alleviate the suffering of the communities there. Finally, I am suggesting that the House to draw the attention of the Executive Arm to hasten up to rehabilitate the roads all over. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, we have listen various contribution from Hon. Members the report so far presented on the floor of the House. Hon. Members going by the recommendation of the report, the report is drawing the attention of the Arm to intervene with a view to find a lasting solution to the Communities concern. If it is the wish to the House I will now put the question to adopt the report.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : The Report of the House Committee on Works stand adopted .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, thank you very much the next item is also a presentation of report by the House Committee on Health. The report is to be presented by the Chairman Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, I stand to crave your indulgence to allow me present my report. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu (Giade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion. I beg to move.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report of House Committee on Health be presented before the Hon. House .
Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, - Report of the House Committee on Health and Human Services, Bauchi State House of Assembly on suspected outbreak of infectious hepatitis in Warji Local Government Area and other Parts of Bauchi State. Introduction – You may wish to recall that the Hon. House at its plenary session No.037 of 3 rd August, 2011 received a motion from a member of Warji Constituency on a suspected outbreak of infectious Hepatitis in Warji Local Government Area. The Hon. House, after a lengthy debate, resolved and committed the matter to the Health Committee for further investigation and recommendations accordingly. Hepatitis as you may wish to know, is the inflammation of the liver which is commonly caused by A.B.C.D or E viruses Hepatitis which is the early stage of all other liver diseases could also be caused by other non-infectious agents like heavy drinking of alcohol, some specific types of drugs, allergic reactions, hereditary and obesity. METHODOLOGY – The Committee invited all the stakeholders in the Health sector in the State viz Ministry of Health, Primary Health care Development Agency, Hospitals Management Board to mention but a few in order to put heads together and devise a means of investigate and collate data and report back to the Houses for further necessary action. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS WARJI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA While at Warji the Committee visited the following places for investigations. (a) General Hospital Katanga (b) Local Government Secretariat (c) ECWA Clinic Katanga
(a) At the General Hospital Katanga, the medical officer in charge confessed that he was not aware of any epidemics regarding hepatitis or any other liver diseases and last time he treated liver diseases was more in three month ago.
The Laboratory register contained only sixteen patens, who were Screened of Hepatitis from January-August, 2011 and only six of this number were reative (positive) (see appendix “A”).
A blood sample of three patients was taken from the admitted patients and were screened for Hepatitis using ACON reagent Hbs Ag for whole blood/serum/plasma. Two out of the three were not reative, only one was reactive. However, other forms of Hepatitis virus could not be screened.
(b) While at the Local Government Secretariat, the Committee met with the Director Primary Health Care and the Disease Surveillance Notification Officer (DSNO) who informed the Committee that, using the weekly Health facility reporting system form, the Committee established about 81 cases reported positive in the whole LGA from January to August, 2011. Week 6,7,16,17,18,19,20,23,24 and 28 reported zero cases in the whole LGA, whereas, the highest reported cases was week 2 with 16 cases. (c) At the ECWA Clinic Katanga which is a four room clinic attached to the ECWA Church, a meeting was conducted with the Officer in charge with all other staff of the Clinic. It was established that from January to August, 2011 about 29 people were screened for Hepatitis “B” and only 5 were found to be reactive and the reagent used was ACON (see appendix “B”). OTHER LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS - Investigation has shown that Hepatitis is endemic in Bauchi, Bogoro, Dass, Jama’are, Kirfi, Warji and Shira Local Government Areas, and it is virtually absent in all other 14 Local Government Areas.
The Comparative total Prevalence rate of the disease in all the Local Government Areas for 2010 and 2011 suggests a decline. The infection also remains well below epidemic threshold, compared to 2009. (see Appendix “C”)
Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members base on the aforementioned facts, it was established that the disease is not epidemic in Warji and all other parts of the State as presumed by the mover of the motion. RECOMMENDATIONS : - Base on the inputs gathered above the Committee recommends as follows that:
1. Further surveillance activities should be instituted by the Ministry of Health and her agencies in order to trace other chronic hepatitis and other form of liver diseases in State generally. 2. Government should intensify awareness campaign in all the Local Government Areas on how to prevent the spread of the disease, most especially in the Endemic Local Governments. 3. Drugs should be provided in all General Hospitals and Health Care Centers in the State to treat those affected. 4. HBv vaccination should be intensified in all health facilities in the State.
CONCLUSION : - Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I would like to express our profound gratitude to the Hon. House for giving us the opportunity to serve in this capacity. I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker : Thank you very much Chairman House Committee on Health is there any comment or observation from the Hon. Members? The floor is open. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, My Colleagues Hon. Members, when you look at the report right from day one there is zero complete from the mover of the motion. Based on the recommendation of the report. I am suggesting that the report should lay on a table. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin do you want to comment please? Hon. Idi Shehu Tiyin (Warji): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am the one who brought this issue before the Hon. House. Hon. Members you know very well that the reason of presenting my motion is that my Constituency is a remote areas and I have been receiving report from my electorates regarding the outbreak of the diseases. However, even though the report presented shows that as if there wasn’t any existence of such disease. But it could be possible some of the patient might have even die before the case is reported to the appropriate quarter. Also I want to tell you that there are reported cases of death as a result of liver diseases (H/B) because the Village head of Gabanga and one child from Dagu have die as a result of liver diseases. Hon. Members, it was based on the two reports that I reported the case to the Commissioner of Health where he advises me to table the matter before the House. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, there is need to look at the issue to surveillance as mentioned in the report. This is because in medical profession we don’t take a rumour lightly more especially when it comes to the issue of outbreak of an epidemic. There are agencies that deal with Health Care related cases in the State. Therefore the report cannot be right out by say to lay on a table because there are some little evidences that the diseases exist as rightly mentioned by the mover of the motion. Hon. Members, there is need for the State Government to form an emergency response Committee before the diseases spread. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, going by the report presented there is good professions touches in the report even though I am not a health professional. Therefore I am appealing to you to accept the report recommendation that is we should write to Ministry of Health to form an emergency response out in order to tackle the mater.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : that the Report of the House Committee of Health stand adopted
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, it seen we have come to end of today’s session and there is need to restored order 6 to allow us adjourn our sitting. Hon. Bello Ibrahim Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move a motion for the restoration of Order 6 to allow us adjourn our sitting. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second. I beg to move.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Order 6 restored .
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, having come to end of today’s sitting May I call on the Majority to move a motion to adjourn the House till tomorrow. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move the motion to adjourn the House till tomorrow by 10.00 a.m. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the adjourn its sitting to tomorrow Wednesday 28 th September, 2011 by 10.00 a.m.
The House accordingly adjourn it sitting at 1.50 p.m .
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 061 TH LEGISALTIVE DAY THURSDAY, 29 TH SEPTEMBER, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 12:40 P.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
Roll Call : All Hon. Members were present except the following:
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Abdulkadir Umar Dewu - (Bauchi Central) 2. Hon. Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara) 3. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - (itass/Gadau) 4. Hopn. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu - (Katagum)
Absent :
1. Hon. Abubakar Adamu Salihu - (Giade) 2. Hon. Sale Mohammed - (Jama’are) 3. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu - |ZSC (Lame)
APROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let us quickly go through the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 27 th September, 2011 for any observation of amendments, please let us follow it page by page, page1,2,3,4,5 and the last page 6. In the absence of any correction, I now recognize Hon. Auwal Hassan to move a motion for the adoption of the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 27 t h September, 2011. Hon. Auwal Hassan (Shira): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the adoption of Tuesday, 27 th September, 2011 Votes and Proceedings. Mr. Speaker : Yes, any seconder? I recognize Hon. Adamu A. Manu. Hon. Adamu A. Manu (Ganjuwa East): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday 27 th September, 2011 stood adopted.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members I have the following announcement to make: i. Commerce and Industry Committee is to meet immediately after adjournment , ii. All Hon. Members who have not submitted their names for the Remedial Course at ATBU should do so through the office of the Clerk of the House.
MATTERS OF URGENT PUBLIC IMPORTANCE
Mr. Speaker : I recognize Hon. Tukur Ibrahim Hon. Tukur Ibrahim (Toro/Jama’a): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I would like to bring to the notice of this Hon. House a sad happening in my constituency with a view to finding a lasting solution. It is the issue of the only bridge that joined our 4 main Villages together collapsed as a result of the hearing down pour. These Villages are Tajawel, Gol/Fada, Dallam and Kogin Sallah to mention but a few. They need serious attention. I am therefore appealing for your quick intervention to alleviate their suffering, please. I beg to submit. Mr. Speaker: You have heard what had happened in his constituency, any contribution? Yes Hon. Saleh Dumba. Hon. Saleh Abubakar Dumba (Dass): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, In view of the importance of the matter at stake, I would like to suggest that the Works Committee of the House should go and investigate and recommend to this House their findings for quick disposing of the matter. I move a motion for adopting the report. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, this matter do not require much debate, I am therefore in support that Works Committee of the House should go and investigate and make appropriate recommendation with a view to finding out a lasting solution.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Works Committee to go, investigates, and bring appropriate recommendation to the Hon. House for necessary action .
ORDER OF THE DAY
Mr. Speaker : On our Order Paper Is an Interim Report of the Ad-Hoc Committee on the investigation of the Appointment of Directors-General made by the Executive Arm of Government in the State I therefore recognize Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi to move a motion to enable him present his report. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion to enable me present the report standing against my name. Mr. Speaker : Any Seconder? Yes, Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the Motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Report be presented.
Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi (Ningi): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to present my report:- AN INTERIM REPORT OF THE AD-HOC COMMITTEE ON THE INVESTIGATION OF THE APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS-GENERAL MADE BY THE EXECUTIVE ARM OF GOVERNMENT IN THE STATE
O.1 INTRODUCTION
Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, you will recall that the Hon. House at its sitting of 27 th September 2011, set up a seven-man an-hoc Committee and a Secretary to investigate the propriety or otherwise of the appointment of Directors-General made by the Executive Arm of Government in the State. The Committee was given two days to complete its assignment and submit its report to the Hon. House. The Committee was made up of the following: 1. Hon. Abdulmumini Hassan Ningi - Chairman 2. Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobo - Member 3. Hon. Bello I. Mashema - “ 4. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu - “ 5. Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma - “ 6. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar - “ 7. Hon. Tukur Ibrahim - “ 8. Barr. Umar Yusuf Gital - Secretary
The term of reference given to the Committee was to investigate the propriety or otherwise of the appointment of 24 Directors-General in State.
1.1 MODEUS OPERANDI
The Committee began its assignment by holding a meeting in which the modalities of conducting the assignment were set-out. It was resolved that the under listed persons be invited to furnish the Committee with reasons that informed the appointment of the said Directors-General: (1) The Chief of Staff (2) The Hon. Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, (3) The Head of Civil Service (4) The Chairman, Civil Service Commission.
It is also part of the modalities adopted that the Commissioner of Finance and the Accountant-General for the State, to come and explain to the Committee how the Directors-General so created will be paid.
1.2 OBSERVATIONS :
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended gives the legislative a broad range of powers to investigate anything with respect to which they have power to make laws, including the conduct of any person or authority responsible for executing or administering any laws made by the legislative or for disbursing or administrating moneys approved or to be approved by the Hon. House of Assembly. It is in the exercise or its investigative powers that this Hon. House took a dim view in the attitude of the Executive Arm of Government of appointing Directors-General without due regards to provisions of s the Constitution and the law. Following this, the Committee made the following interim observations:
1. The Office of the Directors-general is an Office without roots. Such person is not from the Civil service therefore grading him will not be in accord with the Civil Service Rules; 2. The Office of the Directors-General so created is at best a politically created office which has no bearing or relevance to the functioning of the Civil Service. 3. Provision has not been made in the appropriation law as required by Section 121 of the 1999 Constitution as amended, for the huge expenditure of accommodating the financial expenses of 24 Directors- General. Furthermore, the constitution provide under Section 120(2), (3) and (4) of the 1999, Constitution as amended, more particularly subsection (4) that; “…..No moneys shall be withdrawn from the consolidated Revenue fund of the State except in the manner prescribed by the House of Assembly”. It is clear that no such Prescription fo9r withdrawal had been made by the Bauchi State House of Assembly. 4. There are issues that have to do with accounting and reporting. The Directors-General apparently have no Schedule of duties. Would they be accounting Officers? Presently, All government Ministries have Permanent Secretaries, Director Admin. And Finance and other Directors. It is believed that functions will be duplicated and therefore will be wasteful and a source of crisis, frictions and would eventually negatively affect the civil service and the political office system. 5. There are issues that concern terminal benefits, discipline, etc. service records, progression etc. 6. Assuming without conceding that they are political office holders, the power to determine the remu7neration package for political, public and judicial office holders lies with the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission as provided in Sections 111, 124 and 84 (4) as well as paragraph 32(d) of the third schedule to the 1999 Constitution, of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended. It is pursuant to the aforesaid, that various Assemblies passed the Remuneration of public and political office Holders Law, 2007. Unfortunately, office of the Director-General was not mentioned and or contemplated by the Commission, Constitution and the Law. 7. The remuneration of public and political office holders’ law passed by this Honourable House in 2007 is the existing Law on political. Public and judicial office holders. Salaries and remuneration which was made pursuant to the recommendation of Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission did not recognize and or capture the office of Directors-General. 8. It is further observed that it will amount to an infraction to the provisions of the 1999 Constitution as amended and the Law. Since the Hon. House pursuant to section 120,121 of the 1999 Constitution is the only organ of Government saddled with the powers and control over public funds, the Honourable House did not give any approval that will accommodate the 24 Directors-General. 9. The Committee also observed the incident that happened in 1988 when the Army created the position of the Directors-General in form of a reform, Permanent Secretaries were converted or appointed to the position of Directors-General and the functions of the two offices were not duplicated. 10. On the whole, the Committee observed that, the spirit of the Civil Service will be impacted upon negatively and the creation of the offices amounts to an unnecessary surplus sage.
1.3 RECOMMENDATIONS : 1. That the Hon. House pass a resolution halting any and all processes of incorporating the offices of the Director- Generals in to the State payroll and officially recognizing the offices in relation to the Civil Service or political office system of the State, pending the final determination of the investigation and consideration of the report by the Hon. House. 2. That the following offices: (a) Hon. Commissioner of Finance (b) The State Accountant-General be summoned to furnish the House with details of how the State Government intends to funds the created offices, outside the Appropriation or Supplementary Appropriation Law passed by this Hon. House. (c) The State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice Head of Civil Service, Chief of Staff, and (d) Chairman, Civil Service Commission, be summoned to explain the legality and practical functionality of the existence of the offices of the Director-Generals. 3. That considering the investigative nature of this assignment, the Committee prayed and recommends and extension of time not less than 2 weeks to enable it satisfactory complete/conclude its assignment. Finally, the Committee wishes to thank the Hon. House for the opportunity given to members to be of service to the good people of Bauchi State, Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to submit. Thank you. Mr. Speaker : You have heard the report. Any contribution? Yes Hon. Abdukadir M. Wahu. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I wish to commend the Committee for a good work done. There is no much debate on the report because of its clearity. The only observation I would like to make is, it appears as the Government wants to over burden its treasury by mere looking at the number of the proposed Directors-General she wants to appoint. That aside, I move a motion for the adoption of the report. Mr. Speaker: Before then, could someone from Rules and Business Committee move a motion for the suspension of Order 6? Yes Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the suspension of Order 6 to enable us continue with the business of the House. Hon. Abdulkadir Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 6 stood suspended .
Mr. Speaker : We can now continue with our debate. I now recognize Hon. Garba Babale. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to commend the Committee for a job well done. Based on the report before us. My observation is on the recommendation which is agitating for two more weeks to complete its assignment . In view of the time constraint I am suggesting that only one week be given because the Government has started giving them appointment letters. We therefore should not entertain any further delay. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Dunna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, My commendation goes to the Committee for the experience used in bringing to us a very good and well researched report. The last Speaker has spoken my mind, so it will only add that the final report should not exceed one week from today. Hon. Abdulkadir Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I disagree with the opinions of the last 2 Speakers. There is the need to give them more time for proper investigation. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, first of all, I will start by commending the Committee for a job well done. In view of the urgency of the matter, I will suggest that one week be given to the Committee to complete its assignment. Sometime the Executive can be recklessness. Although they have the right to appoint but they should abide by the Law governing every process. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I would like to draw our attention to recommendations 1-3 and because of the cumbersome of the nature of the assignment additional two weeks cannot be too much. So even if appointment letters are being given now, It can be declared null and void once the resolution of the House is passed on the matter. I therefore suggest a time from of 2 weeks be given in order to allow there bring an appointments and thorough recommendations to the House. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am of the opinion that the issuance of the appointment letters be stopped pending the resolution of the House on the matter. Several Hon. Members: That has been taken care of by the recommendations. Hon. Abdulkadir Moh’d Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, My observation is on the timing. I am of the opinion that lone week be given to report back findings to the House. By next week, most Hon. Members will going for their Holy Pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That one week is given to the Committee to report back findings to the Hon. House .
Mr. Speaker : Yes I recognize Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall to move a motion for the restoration of Order 6. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members , I rise ti move a motion for the restoration of Order 6. Mr. Speaker: Yes any Seconder? I recognize Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 6 stood restored .
ADJOURNTMENT
Mr. Speaker : After exhausting all the items on our Order Paper, I now recognised the Majority Leader to move a motion for the adjournmenft of this House. Hon. Abdu Adoji Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to move a motion for the adjournment of this Hon. House to Tuesday 4 th October, 2011 by 10.00 a.m. Mr. Speaker : Yes Minority Leader. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I rise to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : Accordingly that the House adjourned at 1.20p.m. to resume sitting on Tuesday 4 th October, 2011 at 10.00 a.m.
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA SEVENTH ASSEMBLY FIRST SESSION 075 TH LEGISALTIVE DAY WEDNESDAY, 19 TH OCTOBER, 2011 THE HOUSE MET AT 11:56 A.M. (SPEAKER IN THE CHAIR) PRAYERS
. Roll Call : All Hon. Members were present except the following:
Absent With Permission :
1. Hon. Mustapha ;Ibrahim Yalo - (Duguri/Gwana)
Absent :
1. Hon. Abdulkareem Ibrahim Angale - (Bauchi Central) 2. Hon.Babayo Sanusi Madara - (Chinade/Madara) 3. Hon. Mohammed Bello Gidado - (Pali)
APROVAL OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, let us quickly go through the Votes and Proceedings page by page and see if there is any observation or amendment to make... (silence) Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the message letter from Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Governor’s Office, Bauchi, addressed to the Clerk, Bauchi State House of Assembly, letter No. GO/SS/POL/S/72/T/191 date 10 th August, 2011for the request for House Resolution to Enable Bauchi State Government Access 50 Units of 14 Sitter Buses Worth N232,700,000.00 from the Ten Billion (N10B) Federal Government Public Mass Transit Revolution Fund. – I have been directed to forward herewith the attached extract from the Bauchi State Executive Council Conclusion No. BAEC(2011)3 rd E.O. MTG held on Wednesday, 11 th May, 2011 on the accessing 50 Units of 14 Sitter Buses Worth N232,700,000.00 from the Ten Billion Naira (N10b) Federal Government Public Mass Transit Revolution Fund. Howe3ver, the loan is subject to the resolution of the Hon. Bauchi state House of Assembly. Para 2 In view of the foregoing, I am further directed to request you to table the request for the kind consideration and legislation of the Hon. House. Para 3 While thanking you for the usual understanding, please convey to the Hon. House, the assurances of His Excellency, Mal. (Dr) Isa Yuguda (Matawallen Bauchi), the Executive Governor’s esteem regards and consideration. (Sign) (Abubakar Y. Suleiman)MSM for Secretary to the State Government.
ORDER OF THE DAY
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Garba Babale, can you seek the permission of the Hon. House order to allow you read your motion? Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move to seek the permission of the House to allow me read my motion. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Garba Babale to allow him read his motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the motion be presented .
MOTION
Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the Motion – A call on the State Government to Establish two Campuses of College of Health &Technology in the State - Preamble : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, college of Health and Technology is an institution that train middle level health manpower such as Community Health Extension Workers (CHEW) among others, that take care of over 70% of the total population in the Rural Areas in terms of Health needs in the State. Ground of the Motion : - Mr. Speaker Sir, my Hon. Colleagues, as you are all award that presently Bauchi State has only one college of Health Technology which admits and graduates not more than 100 CHEW students annually based on the condition set aside by the National Board for Technical Education in Nigeria and National Board of Community Health practitioners which monitor both training and community health practice in Nigeria However, at the end of training not all of the 100 students sit for the National examination and graduate from the college, because of training procedures and modalities including weeding and internal/mock exams. And looking at the demand of these cadres of health workers in the state where we have more than one thousand one hundred (1,100) health ;facilities ranging from Health posts, Dispensaries, PHC centers and Hospitals, the need to establish two campuses will enable the State acquire more health workers by admitting 200 more CHEW students annually compared to 100 presently by the College. By admitting 300 CHEW students annually, we believe it will create more job opportunity for our teeming unemployed youths as well as reduce poverty which our dear State has been rated high. In addition, our health facilities would be manned by trained health workers compared to what is happening now where only one health worker is managing a health post, dispensary and PHC centers and or in some cases the facilities are there but no health worker. CHEWs are terms as mini doctor’s and they perform some functions of various health professionals by consulting patients like doctors but refer more complicated cases using the community health standing order, they also nurse patients, conduct antenatal and post natal services like nurses and midwives and they also carry out simple laboratory examination for malaria, sugar and pregnancy tests etc. Based on this, we can see that training of more of this health cadre would help the State ;reduce the high incidence of infant, under fives and maternal diseases and deaths in the rural areas as well as reduce the extent of complication of other diseases by conducting simple diagnosis and providing primary care before referral of such cases appropriately to either General, Specialist and or Teaching Hospitals) This is the basis for the alma-mater declaration in 1978 by United Nations which establish primary health care as the corner stone of health care system of all Countries in the world and the major implementers of the system are the community Health Extensions Workers with overall goal of providing preventive, curative and rehabilitative services to the communities. PRAYER:- Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I wish the Hon. House to resolve as follows:- a) The State Government to establish two campuses –one each in Bauchi North and Bauchi South Senatorial Zones with College of Health Technology, Ningi providing an overall supervision and coordination. b) That the Ministry of Health should identify the potential LGAs and sites which could be one of the Secondary Schools or any building found appropriate, but with the pledge by the host Lo9cal Government for support while the Community Health department from Ningi College of Health Technology should develop modalities for the take off of the campuses by 2012 including the appointment of a coordinator for each campus. c) That a Memorandum of understanding (MOU) be signed between the college and the twenty LGAs in the state to identify 10 potential students each year for training and to enable them go back to their LGAs after the training to serve their communities since primary health care is the major responsibility of the Local Governments. Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I beg to move .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, as you all heard what he read in his motion, do you have any contribution? Hon. Dayyabu Chiroma (Darazo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, it is a very good motion but considering the huge amount of money that this project will consume, it is not an easy task. Already there is a roll before us for the establishment of College of Nursing and Midwifery. I don’t think the Government is in the position or capacity of handling such gigantic projects at the same time. Let this motion lay on the table for now until such a time that the economy of the state improves…..(interruption) Mr. Speaker: Thanks you, Hon. Dayyabu, you have already express your views; that let the motion lay on the table. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the mover of the motion has done a good job. In the year 2009, I presented the same issue to the House. Almost all the 20 Local Government Areas are in need of Health Care delivery services, considering the value of our electorates in the rural areas. If we take an example of Bauchi State, it is the only state that has one School of Health Technology in the whole Federation. Other States, if not all some of them have three, four and five different Health Institution. How can we take care of our people without enough Health Institutions? Let us adopt the prayers of this motion as presented. Hon. Bello Sarki Jadori (Gamawa): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the motion comes in the right time. Medical /Health Care is one of the essential needs of our people. Take for example, if you go to advanced countries, you will find that every five persons are being taken care of by one Medical Officer. How do we catch them if we remain at the present level. Let us go ahead and adopt the motion. I am therefore moving for its adoption…..(Observation Mr. Speaker) Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Rifkatu observe. Hon. Rifkatu Samson Danna (Bogoro): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the last Speaker did not allow us to express our views because he is one of the co-sponsors …(general laughter) Hon. Tukur Ibrahim (Toro/Jama’a): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, considering the importance of the motion though Hon. Dayyabu is saying there is no enough funds to carry out the projects but this motion needs our blessing. It is very important we adopt the motion. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, it is a very good and important motion. These two campuses will contribute a lot to our people. How many do we have, about 50 Doctors working for 4 million people. We need this motion and there is no going back. I am therefore seconding for the adoption of the motion as moved by my Senior Colleague. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, we have heard enough from various Hon. Members in which they all supported the motion. I am putting the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the prayers of the motion stood adopted .
BILLS Mr. Speaker: We have many Bills in our order paper. I call on the Majority Leader to read the Bills. Hon. Abdu Adoji Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a law to amend the law prohibiting thugs and thuggery law 2010 and matters related therewith be read for the first time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Bill be read for the First time .
Clerk: A Bill for a law to amend the law prohibiting thugs and Thuggery law 2010 and matters related therewith-First reading. Mr. Speaker: Yes Hon. Majority Leader move for its second reading? Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina) : Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a law to amend the law prohibiting thugs and thuggery law 2010 and matters related therewith be read for the second time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to amend the law prohibiting thugs and thuggery law 2010 and matters related therewith-Second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, as you all heard the First and Second readings can somebody move its committal to the relevant committee? Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade):j Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move that the Bill be sent to Security Committee. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion…….(Observation) Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Iliyasu Zwall. Hon. Iliyasu Ibrahim Zwall (Lere/Bula): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I think it is supposed to be Judiciary and not Security Committee as the matters therein are legal issues. Thank you. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, the two Hon. Members, are in all right, they can sit down together and scrutinize the Bill. Mr. Speaker : The Minority Leader is supporting two Committees Yes Hon. Muktari. Hon. Abdullahi Muktar (Udubo): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I support Hon. Zwall it is a matter of Judiciary Committee Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I still stand on my feet that the former motion still stands. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I am still with the opinion that the Bill can go lto two Committees i.e. Security and Judiciary respectively. Mr. Speaker: We have so many divided opinions. I will throw the question.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to the Judiciary Committee .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Majority mover for the next Bill to be read. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a Bill for a law to amend Bauchi State penal code law in respect of Kidnapping and adduction and other matters related therewith be read for the First time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the First time .
Clerk : That a bill for a law to amend Bauchi State Penal Code law in respect of Kidnapping and adduction and other matters related therewith-First reading. Mr. Speaker: Yes Majority move for the second reading. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a law to amend Bauchi State Penal Code law in respect of Kiddnapping and adduction and matters related therewith be read for the second time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time .
Clerk : That a bill for a law to amend Bauchi |State Penal Code law in respect of Kidnapping and adduction and others matters related therewith-second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members can somebody move to refer it to the right Committee. Yes Hon. Dan’Abba. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I suggest that bill be refer to Judiciary Committee.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to Judiciary Committee .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Adoji move for the next bill to be read. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State College of Nursing and Midwifery and other matters related therewith be read for the First time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the First time .
Clerk : That the bill to provide for a law for the Establishment of Bauchi State College of Nursing and Midwifery and other matters related therewith-First reading. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State College of Nursing and Midwifery and other matters related therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare):Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Hon. Adoji.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time . Clerk: That the bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State College of Nursing and Midwifery and other matters related-second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, Let somebody move for referred to Committee since the bill has gone through the second stage, yes Hon. Abdulkadir M. Wahu. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohammed Wahu (Sade): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move that the bill should go to Health Committee.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Bill be referred to Health Committee .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Majority move for the next item. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a law to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDS/Tuberculosis and Malaria (BACATMA) and other matters connected therewith be read for the First time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the First time .
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members,j I move that a bill for a law to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDs/Tuberculosis and Malaria (BACATMA) and other matters connected therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDs/Tuberculosis And Malaria (BACATMA) and other matters connected therewith second reading. Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Babale. Hon. Garba Babale (Hardawa): Mr. Speaker Sir Hon. Members, I stand to move that the Bill be referred to Health Committee.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to Health Committee .
Mr. Speaker : Chairman Rules and Business Committee move for the suspension of Order (5). Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker, Hon. Members, I move that Order 5 be suspended to allow us continue with the Business of the day. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Chairman Rules and Business.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 5 stood suspended .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Majority Leader. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a Law to provide Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith read for the First time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill for a Law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith – First reading. Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina move. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a Law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith go for Second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion move by Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon, Members, somebody to move although they are all related to Health Committee. I am therefore putting the question from the Chair.
(Question put and agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to Health Committee .
Hon Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move that a bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith go for First reading. Hon. Baba Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker sir, Hon. Members, I move that the bill for a law to provide the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the Second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matter related therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, The bill be referred to Health Committee. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical Consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith go for First reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill to provide for a Law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith First reading. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that the bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the Second time .
Clerk : A bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical Consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker: Hon. Members, the bill is hereby referred to Health Committee. Chairman rules and Business restore order 5 for us. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that order 5 be restored. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Chairman Rules and Business for restoration of Order 5.
(Question put and Areed to ) Restored : That Order 5 stood restored .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, as you are aware most Hon. Members will be go for this year’s Holy Pilgrimage and my humble self have been appointed as Deputy Amirul-Hajj, the Hon. House shall be adjourning to 6 th December, 2011.
ADJOURNMENT
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (sDisina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move for the adjournment of the Hon. House till 6 th December, 2011 to allow Hon. Perform their Holy Pilgrimage. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Hon. House stood adjourned till 6th December, 2011.
Accordingly the House adjourned at 10 p.m. to resume sitting on 6 th December, 2011 by 10.00 a.m.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to Health Committee .
Mr. Speaker : Chairman Rules and Business Committee move for the suspension of Order (5). Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker, Hon. Members, I move that Order 5 be suspended to allow us continue with the Business of the day. Hon. Mohammed Dan’abba Shehu (Katagum): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by Chairman Rules and Business.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That Order 5 stood suspended .
Mr. Speaker : Yes Majority Leader. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a Law to provide Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith read for the First time. Hon. Baba Abubakar Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill for a Law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith – First reading. Mr. Speaker : Yes Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina move. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill for a Law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith go for Second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion move by Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency and other matters related therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon, Members, somebody to move although they are all related to Health Committee. I am therefore putting the question from the Chair.
(Question put and agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be referred to Health Committee .
Hon Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move that a bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith go for First reading. Hon. Baba Sulaiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker sir, Hon. Members, I move that the bill for a law to provide the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matters related therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the Second time .
Clerk : A bill for a law to provide for the establishment of Hospital Management Board and other matter related therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, The bill be referred to Health Committee. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that a bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical Consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith go for First reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the first time .
Clerk : A Bill to provide for a Law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith First reading. Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (Disina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that the bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith go for second reading. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the bill be read for the Second time .
Clerk : A bill to provide for a law for the establishment of Bauchi State Drugs and Medical Consumable Management Agency and other matters connected therewith – Second reading. Mr. Speaker: Hon. Members, the bill is hereby referred to Health Committee. Chairman rules and Business restore order 5 for us. Hon. Bello I. Mashema (Itas/Gadau): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I move that order 5 be restored. Hon. Yusuf C. Nuhu (Lame): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Chairman Rules and Business for restoration of Order 5.
(Question put and Areed to ) Restored : That Order 5 stood restored .
Mr. Speaker : Hon. Members, as you are aware most Hon. Members will be go for this year’s Holy Pilgrimage and my humble self have been appointed as Deputy Amirul-Hajj, the Hon. House shall be adjourning to 6 th December, 2011.
ADJOURNMENT
Hon. Adoji Abdu Disina (sDisina): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to move for the adjournment of the Hon. House till 6 th December, 2011 to allow Hon. Perform their Holy Pilgrimage. Hon. Baba Abubakar Suleiman (Azare): Mr. Speaker Sir, Hon. Members, I stand to second the motion moved by the Majority Leader.
(Question put and Agreed to ) Resolved : That the Hon. House stood adjourned till 6th December, 2011.
Accordingly the House adjourned at 10 p.m. to resume sitting on 6 th December, 2011 by 10.00 a.m.