The House of Representatives will inaugurate the Joint Senate/House Ad Hoc Committees on the Petroleum Industry Investigation on September 25, 2024, according to the Spokesman for the House, Akin Rotimi Jr.
In a statement shared on Wednesday via the lawmakers’ official WhatsApp platform, Rotimi said, “Upon reconvening, the leadership of the House will inaugurate the new board of the Public Complaints Commission and the Joint Senate/House Ad Hoc Committees on the Petroleum Industry Investigation on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Further details regarding these activities will be announced during plenary on the day of resumption.”
Rotimi also stated that after the 10th Assembly resumes on September 24, 2024, it will continue its Legislative Agenda with a focus on impactful reforms, including oil and gas sector issues, to drive national development and fulfill its mandate to the Nigerian people.
He revealed that lawmakers had recently conducted constituency outreach across the country, addressing key concerns of constituents and enhancing oversight of ministries, departments, and agencies.
A new committee will be established to continue investigating the importation of adulterated petroleum products, the shortage of crude oil for domestic refineries, and other critical energy security issues.
