BILL FOR CREATION OF UGHELLI EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA PRESENTED IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

The House of Representatives of the Federal Republic of Nigeria convened today, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, for legislative business in its Second Session of the 10th National Assembly.

Among the highlights of the session was the Presentation of a Bill for the Creation of Ughelli East Local Government Area in Delta State, sponsored by Hon. Revd. Francis Ejiroghene Waive. The proposed legislation, titled “Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2248)”, was laid before the House for first reading.

According to the bill, the proposed Ughelli East Local Government Area will comprise the Agbarha, Ogor, Evwreni, Orogun, and Uwheru clans, while the existing Ughelli North LGA will retain the Ughelli and Agbarho clans. This move is intended to enhance administrative efficiency and bring governance closer to the people of these communities.

Also featured in the day’s proceedings were the presentation of several other bills, including:

1. Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2152) – Presented by Hon. Sada Soli
2. Counterfeit and Fake Drugs and Unwholesome Processed Foods and Drinks (Miscellaneous Provision) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB.2153) – Presented by Hon. Sada Soli
3. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2025 (HB.2242) Transfer of public holidays from the Exclusive Legislative List, presented by Hon. Mukhtar Zakari Chawai
4. National Bio-Technology Research Institute, Kauru, Kaduna State Bill, 2025 (HB.2244) – Also presented by Hon. Mukhtar Zakari Chawai

The presentation of these bills marks the first legislative step in their consideration, setting the stage for further readings and possible passage into law.

Signed:
Office of the Speaker
House of Representatives
Federal Republic of Nigeria