The Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor, have thrown their weight behind ongoing constitutional reforms, particularly the proposed establishment of state police and the devolution of powers, describing them as critical to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture and deepening federalism.
The two leaders spoke on Tuesday at the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, where they also underscored the need for greater transparency, accountability and collaboration among the executive, legislature and citizens in advancing democratic governance.
Gbajabiamila said the National Assembly’s Open Week should serve as more than a ceremonial exercise, insisting that it must provide Nigerians with a genuine opportunity to scrutinise legislative activities, engage lawmakers and hold public institutions accountable.
“An Open Week must be more than the ceremonial opening of the gates of parliament. It should be an invitation to scrutiny, dialogue and partnership,” he said.
“Citizens should be able to follow how laws are made, understand how public resources are appropriated, and see how legislative oversight protects the national interest.”
