A coalition of former members of the House of Representatives across the six geo-political zones of Nigeria have endorsed Hon. Muktar Betara Aliyu as the most suitable for speakership of the 10th House of Representatives.
Betara represents Biu/Bayo/Shani/Kwaya Kusar Federal Constituency of Borno state.
Members of the Coalition, drawn from the 6th, 7th, 8th as well as outgoing 9th assembly of the House said it passed the resolution after rigorous analysis of all the aspirants who have expressed interest in the position of the Speaker.
Some of the lawmakers who signed the communiqué are: Hon. Emeka Anohu,(Ihiala Federal Constituency of Anambra State) and Hon Dr Golu Timothy( Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency of Plateau) both of the 8th Assembly.
Others include: Hon. Mohammed Almakura,(Lafia/ Obi Federal Constituency of Nasarawa State in the 6th Assembly and Hon Nado Karibo(Ogbia Federal Constituency of Bayelsa State) in the 7th Assembly; Hon. Bashir Babale(Minjibir/Unogogo Federal Constituency of Kano State); and Hon. Segun Odebumi,( Surulere/Ogo Oluwa Federal Constituency of Oyo State in the 9th Assembly.
“While wishing our Muslim brothers and sisters a happy Eid-el-fitr celebrations, the coalition of former members of the National Assembly from the six geo political zones of the country, have come together to throw our weight behind the man of the moment, Hon. Muktar Betara Aliyu (OON), to steer the affairs of the House of Representatives as the 10th Speaker of the noble Green Chambers, commencing from June, 2023.
“This decision was arrived at by the various past members, after very rigorous analysis of the best man suited for the job at this crucial moment in the Nigerian polity.
“We unanimously agreed that the country needs someone with the ability and capacity to unify the country, the competence and skills to drive an effective and productive Legislature, a bridge builder between the other arms of Government and above all, a man with serene humility, character and fear of God in discharging the duties associated with the office. That person is no other than Hon. Muktar Betara Aliyu (OON)”, the group said in a communique made available to journalists on Sunday.
