“Past lawmakers bullied, yelled at Ex-president during budget presentation” – Rep Agbese

According to Philip Agbese, the Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Assembly, the former president was subjected to bullying and yelling during a joint session of the National Assembly where he presented a budget estimate.

On Tuesday, Agbese issued a statement expressing that the 10th House of Representatives led by Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas has demonstrated relative tranquility in contrast to previous Assemblies where internal conflicts, leadership disputes and disagreements between executives and lawmakers were common occurrences.

At the House’s resumed plenary, Hon. Agbese highlighted the notable contrast of the current Assembly with its predecessors known for experiencing internal conflicts and strained relationships between the executive and legislative branches during a press briefing.

Hon. Agbese attributed the House’s current state of peace, unity and tranquility as well as its harmonious working relationship with the executive and MDAs to Mr Speaker RT Hon Tajudeen Abbas (Ph.D)’s remarkable leadership qualities towering above all.

According to Agbese, Speaker Abbas has effectively steered the House away from internal discord and unproductive conflicts.

Agbese, who represents the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, praised Speaker Abbas for his adept handling of parliamentary matters.

The efficient leadership of Speaker Abbas was credited for the successful passage of 2024 Budget in record time.

“He elaborated by saying,”There were times in this country when the President was bullied and yelled at when he appeared before a joint session of the National Assembly to present a budget estimate.”

“It does not mean that the Parliament is rubber-stamped; it simply means the Lawmakers put the general interest of the people far above personal interests and both arms of government respect their boundaries in balancing their powers.”..[CONTIUE READING HERE]>>