By Onomiguren Agbamu
The Delta State House of Assembly and Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) have advanced legislative accountability and evidence-based governance in Nigeria with an official launch of their post legislative scrutiny initiative at the Delta State House of Assembly.
In his welcome address, the Country Director of Westminster Foundation for Democracy in Nigeria, Mr. Adeboeale Olorunmola, said that the partnership with Delta State House of Assembly is a critical milestone in deepening democratic accountability across sub-national legislatures
He maintained Delta State represents another important milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey by equipping lawmakers and staff with the skills to conduct post legislative scrutiny and ensuring that laws are not only passed but implemented effectively to deliver real results for the people.
He emphasized will assessment lawmakers and staff of the State House of Assembly, Ministry of Justice, capacity-building workshops, and the creation of a fully functional PLS Unit within the Assembly.
He said, ” post legislative scrutiny is a vital democratic tool for assessing whether enacted laws achieve their intended purpose and deliver meaningful impact on citizens.*
“Through this initiative, WFD seeks to strengthen institutional mechanisms that promote accountability, ensure good governance, and rebuild public trust in the legislative process.*
In his keynote address, the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis, reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to institutionalizing post legislative scrutiny as an integral part of its oversight and lawmaking functions.
He noted that “post legislative scrutiny lies at the heart of democratic governance; while pre-legislative processes focus on making laws, PLS ensures that those laws work effectively in practice.
“For any legislature serious about accountability, transparency, and good governance, PLS is not optional; it is essential,”
Guwor also explained that the responsibility of lawmakers extends beyond passing bills, noting that effective governance requires ensuring laws serve the people’s interests and adapt to evolving societal needs.
While he commended WFD for its sustained partnership and technical support in advancing legislative development across Nigeria.
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