The House of Representatives has reacted to a viral video in which Rep. Ibrahim Usman Auyo, representing Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, alleged that lawmakers receive payments to sponsor Motions, Bills, and Petitions.
According to a report by Mediaplusng.com, the House described the claims as baseless and unsubstantiated, warning that such statements, if left unchecked, could undermine public trust in the National Assembly. Lawmakers insisted that any allegation of this nature must be backed with verifiable evidence and presented through the proper parliamentary channels.
As the 10th Assembly recently crossed its midterm mark, stakeholders across Nigeria have continued to demand greater transparency and accountability from their representatives. The House said it remains committed to its Legislative Agenda (2023–2027), which prioritizes openness, responsibility, and responsiveness to the needs of the people.
Mediaplusng.com reports that the House leadership has been consistent in encouraging lawmakers to hold constituency engagements, such as town hall meetings and public hearings, to give account of their stewardship. This approach, Speaker Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, noted, was reflected in a series of midterm engagement sessions held between June and July 2025.
In just two years, the House of Representatives has introduced 2,263 Bills, passed 237, and moved over 1,100 Motions—leading to major interventions in education, healthcare, infrastructure, security, and economic development. These efforts, the House says, have resulted in tangible benefits for Nigerians across the country.
House Spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr., emphasized that the National Assembly operates with well-documented and transparent procedures for introducing Bills, Motions, and Petitions, in line with the Constitution, House Standing Orders, and parliamentary ethics. He stressed that insinuations of bribery or “contract jobs” for sponsoring legislative actions are inconsistent with established processes and must be clarified.
When the House reconvenes, Rep. Auyo will be invited to present evidence to support his claims. If he fails to do so, the matter will be referred to the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges for appropriate disciplinary action.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the House’s commitment to mutual respect among Members, upholding the dignity of Parliament, and working collectively in the best interest of the Nigerian people.
