The Legislative Arm of the Oshimili South Local Government Council has officially commenced its activities for the year 2026 with the successful conduct of its first plenary session.
Presiding over the sitting, the Leader of the Legislative Arm described the session as a significant milestone, marking the formal opening of legislative business for the new year.
The plenary began with an opening prayer and praise session, during which members expressed gratitude to God for the gift of a new year and prayed for divine guidance in the discharge of their legislative responsibilities.
Following the opening exercises, the Leader formally welcomed all Honourable Members to the House and urged them to remain committed to their constitutional duties.
The session featured extensive and fruitful deliberations on key developments and notable happenings within various communities across Oshimili South Local Government Area, particularly during the recent festive period.
In his remarks, the Leader commended the Honourable Members for their dedication, active participation, and meaningful contributions, which contributed to what he described as a productive day’s sitting.
He emphasized that the Legislative Arm remains the backbone of democratic governance at the grassroots level and plays a critical role in ensuring accountability, transparency, and effective service delivery.
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He further called on members to approach their legislative duties with diligence, maturity, and a strong sense of responsibility in order to meet the expectations of the people they represent.
According to him, sustained unity and commitment among legislators are essential for driving positive development and strengthening governance within the local government.
The plenary session ended on an optimistic note, with the Leader expressing confidence that the year 2026 would be productive, peaceful, and successful for the Legislative Arm of the Oshimili South Local Government Council.
The House is expected to continue its legislative engagements in the coming weeks, focusing on policies and resolutions aimed at promoting development and improving the welfare of residents across the local government area.
