Speaker withdraw bills to arrest Nigerians who fail to recite national anthem, insult leaders
Stanley Ihedigbo
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has decided to withdraw the Counter Subversion Bill and other related draft legislation, as citizens raises’ concerns on the national anthem.
The bill which proposes severe penalties for Nigerians who fail to recite the newly approved national anthem or insult politicians and community leaders.
According to the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Musa Abdullahi Krishi,the decision follows his extensive consultations with a broad range of stakeholders and a careful consideration of the nation’s current circumstances.
Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, a champion of the people’s interests, has always prioritized listening to the citizens and fostering unity.
His decision reflects his commitment to ensuring that the House remains truly the People’s House.
He acknowledges the significance of the concerns raised and the attention the Bill has garnered, reaffirming that he will never support any action that might disrupt the peace and unity of our nation.
The public is hereby notified of the withdrawal of the Counter Subversion Bill and other related ones introduced on July 23, 2024.
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