Abuja: Senate Leader, Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele, expressed on Tuesday that the upper chamber has been actively passing laws aimed at setting Nigeria on a path to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030. This statement was made during a meeting with a delegation from the United Kingdom Parliament at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Bamidele, who represents the Ekiti Central Senatorial District, emphasized that several legislative initiatives are already impacting the daily lives of citizens and contributing to the nation’s collective prosperity. He highlighted the National Assembly’s commitment to fostering a resilient economy and a functional political system that ensures the security of its citizens.
Since the inception of the 10th Senate nearly two years ago, Bamidele noted his dedication to fulfilling his office’s duties with notable accomplishments. Among these, he mentioned the timely passage of key legislations focused on fiscal reform and national security. By collaborating across political lines, the Senate has successfully enacted laws designed to enhance economic competitiveness and position Nigeria for significant growth by 2030.
Bamidele reiterated that strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions remains a priority as the country looks towards the future. He assured that the National Assembly would continue to play a crucial role in building a resilient economy and ensuring a secure political environment.
The Senate Leader also discussed the parliament’s efforts to build synergy with various parliamentary associations and institutions globally to address the lack of institutional capacity. On gender sensitivity, he assured the UK delegation that the 10th Senate would prioritize this issue.
Leader of the UK delegation, Kate Osamor, advocated for increased representation of women in the national assembly to bridge the existing gender gap in Nigeria’s elective offices. She stated, “We have to make sure that more women are in the parliament. Every society is a reflection of elected representatives.”