Teejay Media Team

Press Statement from the Office of the Speaker, House of Representatives

October 1, 2026

Birthday: Speaker Abbas Tajudeen celebrates with IDPs, distributes rice, clothes, school items

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, continued his 61st birthday celebration on Thursday with internally displaced persons in Kaduna State.

“As I celebrate my birthday today, I consider it a blessing to share this special moment with you. My prayer is that Almighty God will bring lasting peace to communities affected by displacement, restore livelihoods, reunite families and enable every displaced Nigerian to return home safely and with dignity,” he said.

Speaker Abbas celebrated his birthday with inhabitants of the Mararraban Rido, Barakallahu and Malalin Gabas IDPs’ Camps, where he gave out 600 bags of rice, 300 bags of fertiliser, 100 branded school bags, 1,000 exercise books, 300 shaddah clothing materials, and 300 Ankara wrappers.

The Speaker had earlier on Tuesday sponsored 120 inmates of the Medium Security Correctional Centre Kuje of the Nigerian Correctional Service for the National Examination Council (NECO) and National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) examinations.

On Thursday, Speaker Abbas, who was represented at the celebration with the IDPs in Kaduna by Chairman of Zaria Local Government Area, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad, described the gathering as “a modest expression of solidarity,” noting that the assistance being presented is important while the greater message is that “we stand with you, recognise your challenges, and remain committed to supporting your aspirations.”

He said, “For me, this occasion is not simply about celebrating another year of life. It is an opportunity to thank Almighty God and, more importantly, to share this moment with people whose circumstances remind us of the importance of compassion, solidarity, and service to humanity.

“To our brothers and sisters in the IDP community, I want you to know that you are not forgotten. Displacement may take people away from their homes, communities, livelihoods, and familiar surroundings, but it should never take away their dignity, hope, and belief in a better future.”

As Speaker of the House, he said he remains conscious of the responsibility of the government to protect vulnerable citizens and support efforts that promote their welfare, dignity, and eventual return to stable and productive lives.

“I encourage our displaced brothers and sisters to continue to support one another, protect the education and wellbeing of your children, and remain hopeful about the future.

“To the children here today, I especially urge you to take your education seriously. Your present circumstances should never determine the limits of your dreams. Education can open doors and create opportunities for a better future,” Speaker Abbas said.

The exercise was organised by the Office of the Speaker in partnership with the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. It was supervised by the Special Assistant to the Speaker on Humanitarian Affairs, David Igbe Okponya, and Senior Legislative Aide (SLA), Hajia Salamate Iya Pate.

Signed:
Musa Abdullahi Krishi
Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria.

66 YEARS OF FREEDOM. A FUTURE STILL WORTH FIGHTING FOR. 🇳🇬

Today, we do more than commemorate a date on the calendar; we honour the courage of those who believed that Nigeria could govern herself, define her destiny and build a nation worthy of the dreams of her people.

Sixty-six years after Independence, our journey has been marked by triumphs and trials, moments of great promise and seasons that tested our collective resolve. Yet, through it all, Nigeria has endured.

That endurance is not accidental. It is the strength of a people who have refused to give up on their country.

As we celebrate our 66th Independence Anniversary, let us renew our faith in Nigeria and in the possibilities that lie ahead. The Nigeria we desire will not be built by government alone. It will be built by citizens who choose responsibility over indifference, unity over division, excellence over mediocrity and hope over despair.

As the 10th National Assembly, we remain committed to building a Parliament that listens to the people, responds to their aspirations and strengthens the institutions upon which our democracy rests.

Our diversity remains our strength. Our democracy remains our shared inheritance. And our future remains a collective responsibility.

May Nigeria continue to rise, stronger in unity, deeper in democracy and greater in possibility.

Happy 66th Independence Anniversary, Nigeria. 🇳🇬

May the labour of our heroes past never be in vain.

Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON
Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐀𝐙𝐊𝐈𝐘𝐘𝐀 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘

The Constituency Education Committee for the Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen PhD, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria, invites suitably qualified FEMALE candidates from 13 wards of Zaria Federal Constituency who are interested in obtaining sponsorship to study the following courses in Tazkiyya University, Zaria.

- Economics
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Taxation

💢 Scope of Sponsorship:
The sponsorship will cover registration fees only for successful applicants.

💢 Criteria
Five credits including English and Mathematics and relevant subjects combination for each course at not more than 2 sittings.

Mode of Application

Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents at either of the following ICT centres:

- Amaru ICT Centre
- Nurul Huda ICT Centre

-SSCE result (NECO, WAEC, and NBAIS)
-JAMB Score of not less than 150 points
-Indiginship certificate of Zaria Local Government
-Birth certificate or declaration of age

Application Deadline: 29 September 2026 (8am to 5pm daily)

Signed:
Chairman
Constituency Education Committee