ASABA/Nigeria: Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria and Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening collaboration among state legislatures as a strategic pathway to improved governance and effective representation across the country.
Guwor made the pledge on Wednesday while receiving members of the Anambra State House of Assembly who are in Asaba, the Delta State capital, for a three-day legislative retreat focused on knowledge sharing and institutional collaboration.
Welcoming the visiting lawmakers, the Delta Speaker emphasized that sustained interaction among state legislatures is critical to promoting best practices in lawmaking, strengthening democratic institutions, and enhancing the capacity of lawmakers to effectively represent the interests of their constituents.
He noted that retreats and exchanges between legislative bodies provide valuable opportunities for legislators to learn from one another and develop strategies capable of improving governance outcomes in their respective states.
“Legislative retreats such as this provide a valuable opportunity for lawmakers to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and develop strategies that will ultimately improve governance in our various states,” Guwor said.
The Speaker further highlighted the longstanding relationship between Delta and Anambra states, noting that both states share not only geographical proximity but also deep historical, social, and economic connections that continue to foster cooperation between their people and institutions.
“Delta and Anambra are not just neighbours sharing common boundaries; we also share deep historical affiliations and vibrant economic relationships. These bonds make collaboration between our legislative institutions even more important,” he stated.
Guwor, who was accompanied by principal officers and some members of the Delta State House of Assembly, assured the visiting delegation of the Assembly’s readiness to sustain partnerships with other state legislatures across Nigeria in the interest of strengthening democratic governance.
As part of activities lined up for the visit, the Speaker invited the Anambra lawmakers to observe the plenary session of the Delta State House of Assembly to enable them gain firsthand experience of the legislative proceedings in the state.
“We are pleased to host you in Delta State, and we look forward to continued collaboration that will strengthen legislative processes and improve service delivery to our people,” Guwor added.
Speaking earlier, the Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, who was recently elected Vice Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria for the South-East Zone, expressed appreciation to the Delta State Speaker and members of the Assembly for their warm reception and support.
Udeze said the retreat would provide members of the Anambra Assembly with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of legislative procedures, governance strategies and oversight responsibilities through peer-learning engagements.
The three-day retreat is expected to feature a series of sessions on legislative best practices, governance strategies and interactive engagements designed to strengthen the capacity of the Anambra lawmakers for more effective lawmaking and oversight.
