SW Houses Of Assembly Majority Leaders Push For Harmonization Of Standing Orders

By Ayodele Oni

The South-west legislators, in search for legislative efficiency and seamless governance, have suggested harmonization of standing orders across the Houses of Assembly in the region.

The legislators, under the auspices of the Southwest Legislative Reform Implementation Committee (SLRIC), also asked for the strengthening of security in the geo-political zone.

The lawmakers, at the end of their meeting in Osogbo, Osun state, at the weekend,  called on the six governors of the southwest region to reinforce and strengthen the South Western Security Network Agency codename Amotekun Corps, enhance security cooperation, and recommendations for legislative measures.

The gathering brought together Majority Leaders from across the Southwest region to discuss crucial issues impacting the region’s legislative, security, and economic landscape.

In a communique, signed by Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, Chairman of SLRIC and majority leader, Ondo state House of Assembly, stated that “the meeting focused on several key areas, notably the harmonization of standing orders across the Southwest region.

“This critical reform aims to streamline legislative procedures and ensure that all Houses of Assembly in the Southwest are aligned, fostering seamless governance and legislative efficiency.

“One of the significant topics of discussion was the state of security in the region. Our discussions have led to formulating strategies to bolster our region’s security. Our collective responsibility is to ensure that these plans are swiftly and effectively implemented.”

According to Ogunmolasuyi, the communique also made a special mention of the Southwest Governors and Speakers, calling on them to look beyond political affiliations and work together for the region’s greater good.

“We must transcend party lines and focus on building a safer and more prosperous Southwest. Our people deserve nothing less.”

It highlighted the need to foster more business and economic opportunities across the Southwest and encourage state governments to create policies and partnerships that attract investments and drive economic growth.

“The future of the Southwest is not just in security and governance, but in unlocking the vast economic potential of our region. Let us work towards creating an environment where businesses can thrive, providing jobs and prosperity for our people.”