The House of Representatives has taken decisive action regarding two pressing issues plaguing the nation.
Following motions presented by legislators Shehu Ajilo and Kama Nkem Karama, the House has ordered a suspension of the recent electricity tariff hike by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and summoned the Minister of Petroleum Resources to address the ongoing fuel scarcity crisis.
The decision to halt the electricity tariff increase comes amidst public outcry and concerns raised by lawmakers who were taken aback by NERC’s decision during their recess.
Similarly, the motion on petroleum scarcity, presented by Shehu Ajilo, was swiftly acted upon without debate, prompting the summons for the Minister of Petroleum Resources to provide insights into the situation.
Furthermore, the House has mandated the Minister of Power to appear before a special committee to investigate the reasons behind the tariff hike, demonstrating a proactive stance towards addressing the concerns of citizens.
The nation continues to grapple with fuel shortages, exacerbated by the inability of NNPC Limited to meet the demands of marketers, further underscoring the urgency of these parliamentary actions.
