Akpabio returns to Nigeria following a brief trip to London.
By: OVL News
Following a short holiday in London, Senate President Godswill Akpabio arrived back in Nigeria on Monday morning.
Between July 29 and July 31, Mr. Akpabio led a Nigerian team to Geneva for the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament before taking a holiday in London.
Senators, aides, and Nigerians from various backgrounds greeted the Senate President at the Presidential Wing when he arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 4 a.m.
In response to inquiries from reporters upon his arrival, Mr. Akpabio assured Nigerians that there will be strong legislative engagements upon resumption.
He also defended Nigeria’s robust delegation to the International Parliamentary Union in Geneva by promising the populace more democratic governance derivatives and productive cooperation with the other branches of government.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the Senate President stressed that parliamentary diplomacy was essential to bringing about world peace and settling disputes during the 148th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union and Related Meetings.
Although the Nigerian Parliament had investigated the idea and made numerous advancements, Mr. Akpabio had urged for further advancements in parliamentary diplomacy, pointing out that more might be done.
He claimed that through passing laws, the Nigerian Parliament has been instrumental in preventing polarization and maintaining peace.
According to him, the parliament “uses mediation to address conflicts between non-governmental organizations and the government, as well as disputes involving labor unions,” in addition to its legislative role.
As the globe enters a pivotal period in history, he shared the accomplishments and projects of the 10th National Assembly under his direction, saying, “It has become imperative for the world to recognize the power of the collective voice in shaping a better future for all.”
In his speech to the assembly, he stated, “We stand at a pivotal moment in history, an intersection where the choices we make and the words that we speak, have the potential to positively shape the future of a world in constant crisis.”
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