Kalu emphasises necessity for good governance to address Nigerians’ needs

has said that the parliament must tailor all its legislative interventions towards meeting the needs of Nigerians through good governance.Kalu, who spoke at the ongoing two-day retreat for leadership of the 10th National Assembly held in Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom state, said the parliament must realise that its role extends beyond the hallowed chamber and encompasses the welfare of the Nigerian people.

He said: “It is our responsibility to discern the nation’s most immediate needs and address them accordingly. This data-driven approach not only reflects the principles of good governance but also ensures that our legislative actions are tailored to the evolving needs of our people”. He stressed that in the relentless pursuit of a more perfect Nigerian union, the parliament must elevate the importance of data in its decision-making processes and must align with the principles of participatory democracy, which champion public engagement in all legislative endeavours.

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