By Chizoba Okeke
The Anambra State House of Assembly has commenced a four-day legislative retreat in Asaba, Delta State, aimed at strengthening democratic governance and improving legislative performance in the state.
The retreat, themed “Strengthening Democratic Governance through Constitutional/Law Reviews and Budgetary Oversight: The Role of State Legislatures,” is expected to deepen the capacity of lawmakers in lawmaking, constitutional review, and effective oversight of government activities.
The Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, declared the retreat open, saying that it would provide members with the opportunity to critically examine existing laws, enhance their understanding of legislative procedures, and improve their ability to monitor budget implementation for the benefit of the people.
The retreat has attracted lawmakers, legislative officials, and the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, who affirmed their support for the initiative.
Discussions are centered on constitutional and legal reviews, legislative best practices, effective budget monitoring, and strategies for strengthening democratic governance at the state level.
The Lawmakers in attendance include Hon. Chuka Azotani (Dunokofia constituency), Hon. Anayo Okpalaeke (Aguata 1), Hon. Tony Muobike (Aguata II), Majority Leader Sir Ikenna Ofodeme(Ekwusigo), Barr. Obi Nweke (Anambra East), and Hon. Noble Igwe (Ogbaru 1).
The retreat is expected to conclude with recommendations aimed at improving legislative performance and governance outcomes in Anambra State.
Chizoba is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
