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Akwa Ibom: Executive Power Transition Bill scales through second reading

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The Executive Power Transition Bill has passed second reading at the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.

The bill titled, ‘A Bill for a law to provide for the orderly transfer of Executive Power in Akwa Ibom State and for other Matters Connected therewith’, is sponsored by Moses Essien, member representing Ibiono Ibom State constituency,

Leading the debate during plenary, Essien said the legislation was designed to ensure continuity, administrative stability and peace in the governance structure of the state.

He said the Bill seeks to provide a comprehensive legal framework to govern transitions at the conclusion of a governor’s tenure, thereby addressing potential administrative and political challenges that often arise during such periods.

“This Bill, when passed into law, will provide a legal framework that guides the transfer of executive authority and ensures a peaceful and orderly process. It will equip both the outgoing and incoming administrations with procedural clarity, ultimately promoting good governance.

“The Bill is structured into four parts with 15 sections and also outlines provisions for the transfer of power, particularly the offices of Governor and Deputy Governor, in a manner that safeguards public interest and state security,” he said.

Essien, who chairs the House Committee on Health, Nutrition and Food Security, stressed that a key element of the Bill, as contained in Part 2, Section 2, is the requirement for the outgoing governor to constitute a Governorship Transition Committee within seven days of the declaration of election results.

The committee is to be chaired by the Secretary to the State Government and will include the Chief of Staff, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, the Commissioner for Finance, the Head of Service, and other officials deemed necessary for effective coordination.

“A forward-looking clause in the Bill also mandates incumbent governors to ensure the completion of major projects initiated by their predecessors, emphasizing continuity in developmental efforts for the benefit of the people of Akwa Ibom State, thereby reducing cases of abandoned project in the state.”

The Bill which is poised to become a landmark legislation would set a precedent for orderly transfer of power and deepen democratic governance in Akwa Ibom state.

The motion for the second reading of the Bill, which was widely commended by members, was moved by Lawrence Udoide, member representing Ini State Constituency, and seconded by the House Majority Leader, Otobong Bob, representing Nsit Ubium State Constituency.

The Speaker of the House, Elder Udeme Otong, committed the Bill to the House Committee on Inter-governmental and Political Matters.

He directed the committee to conduct a public hearing and submit its report to the House within one month.

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