As the Alternate Chairman of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), the Speaker House of Representatives alongside His counterpart in the Senate, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, CON inaugurated the Governing Council of the institution, earlier today in Abuja.
NILDS as the research and academic arm of the National Assembly, is a pillar of knowledge, a capacity-building powerhouse, and a think tank dedicated to advancing our legislative processes. NILDS mandate was to provide technical and analytical support as well as comprehensive, reliable legislative research to legislators, their aides, committees, and the bureaucracy of the legislative in Nigeria and beyond.
Over the years, the Institute has significantly contributed to strengthening legislative institutions through its rigorous research, legislative support services, training program, and policy analysis.
These efforts have enhanced the capacities of legislators and staff and bolstered the legislative framework within which they operate, thereby promoting a more robust and effective governance system.
The Speaker said as we move forward, NILDS must remain steadfast in its commitment to the founding principles and vision set forth by its founders and the successive leadership of the National Assembly. The Institute must continue tailoring its activities to the evolving needs of the legislature, ensuring that its interventions are strategic and aligned with the priorities.
The Speaker also emphasised the importance of the Institute in embedding itself within the super-structure of the National Assembly to support key initiatives of the legislature and its committees. By being deeply integrated into the workings of the National Assembly, NILDS can provide timely and relevant support, ensuring that legislative efforts are informed by the highest standards of research and analysis.
This close collaboration will also enable the Institute to anticipate the needs of the legislature and proactively contribute to the development and implementation of legislative initiatives.
The Speaker said as lawmakers we recognize the invaluable contributions of the Institute and are dedicated to providing the necessary resources and legislative backing to ensure its continued success.