—says outburst against House Member’s view misguided
A group- Joint Action for Good Governance (JAGG) passionate about the protection and promotion of democratic tenets in governance has commended Hon. Kafilat Ogbara the House of Representatives Member representing Kosofe federal constituency for standing up for the protection of constitutional sanctity.
In a statement jointly signed by the Vice president of JAGG Comrade Abdulwaheed Odunuga and the Secretary Comrade Adekunle Aderibigbe, the Minister for Women Affairs Uju kennedy-Ohanenye was said to have goofed in her reaction to the Arise TV programme where Ogbara appeared as guest and made comments about the house committees stance.
The group maintained that Hon. Kafilat Ogbara the House committee Chairman for Women Affairs clearly stated that the House of Representatives was fulfilling its constitutional duties following petitions received against the Minister.
“We commend Hon. Kafilat Ogbara for her diligence and dedication to her duties.
“Her actions exemplify the principles of good governance and the responsibility entrusted to members of the House of Representatives.
“We urge all members of the House to continue upholding their duties with integrity and transparency, as they have sworn to do for the betterment of our nation.
“As leaders of the Joint Action for Good Governance, we express our profound disappointment in the recent reaction of the Minister of Women Affairs to the Arise TV programme.
“During this programme, Hon. Kafilat Ogbara clearly stated that the House of Representatives was fulfilling its constitutional duties following petitions received against the Minister.”
According to JAGG, the minister ought to have treated the merit of the petition against her at the National Assembly in tandem with the constitutional responsibility.
“It is disheartening that instead of addressing the concerns raised and focusing on governance, the Minister chose to respond in a manner that detracts from the critical issues at hand.
“As a public servant appointed by the President, it is imperative for the Minister to prioritize transparency and accountability, ensuring that accurate information is conveyed to Nigerians.
“We urge the Minister to direct her energies towards addressing the substantive issues raised in the petitions and to work diligently in serving the public interest.
“It is crucial for all government officials to uphold the principles of good governance and remain committed to the responsibilities entrusted to them.
“The Joint Action for Good Governance remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting accountability and transparency within our government circle.
“We will continue to advocate for the effective discharge of constitutional duties by all elected and appointed officials for the betterment of our nation.”
It will be recalled that the minister had instituted a suit against Hon Ogbara and the TV station for allege character defamation.
