The House of Representatives has called on Ibrahim Auyo, a lawmaker from Jigawa State, to provide proof for his claim that members pay to present motions and bills.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) legislator, who represents Hadejia/Auyo/Kafin Hausa federal constituency, had told his constituents that lawmakers allegedly pay as much as ₦3 million to table motions, bills, and petitions in the chamber.
Criticism From Constituents
Reports say Auyo’s constituents accused him of failing to sponsor motions regularly at plenary. In response, he made the controversial disclosure about alleged payments by lawmakers.
House Reacts
In a statement issued on Friday, House spokesperson Akin Rotimi described Auyo’s comments as damaging and potentially misleading.
He stressed that the allegation, if not clarified, could erode public trust in the National Assembly.
Call for Evidence
The House said Rep. Auyo would be invited before the Ethics and Privileges Committee to substantiate his claim once plenary resumes.
“The insinuation that sponsoring a motion or bill is a ‘contract job’ involving bribes is inconsistent with legislative processes and must be clarified,” the statement read.
Commitment to Integrity
Rotimi reiterated that the House remains committed to upholding transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among members, stressing the need to protect the integrity of parliament.