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The Digest:

A recent survey of members of the House of Representatives has ranked Speaker Tajudeen Abbas as the most admired presiding officer in Nigeria's recent democratic history. The survey highlights his leadership style, which is widely described as "inclusive, accessible, and reform-driven."

Key Points:
  • The survey was conducted among 50 lawmakers, comprising both returning and first-term members.
  • Abbas was praised for fostering unity and strengthening legislative processes, with members noting his ability to make everyone feel like an equal stakeholder.
  • The current House under his leadership has a higher legislative output, with more motions moved and bills passed compared to previous assemblies.
  • He was lauded for reforms in member welfare and working conditions, including modernizing offices with improved facilities and equipment.
  • Lawmakers highlighted his impartiality, stating that his leadership does not favor any political party.
  • A minority of respondents expressed a desire for the Speaker to be more "confrontational with the executive."
The survey indicates that Speaker Abbas has succeeded in uniting a diverse legislative body by combining a reformist approach with fairness and attention to the welfare of its members. His leadership has earned him widespread admiration, with one lawmaker noting that "love is the best way to describe how members feel" about him.

Sources: Pulse.ng, Survey Report

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