Reps name new Deputy Chief Whip

The House of Representatives has named Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka (APC, Ogun) as the new Deputy Chief Whip.

The House had recently lost its former Deputy Majority Whip, Adewunmi Onanuga to death.

The announcement was made by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas on Tuesday, following consultations with the All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus.

“Following consultations with the All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus and other stakeholders from the South West, the Leadership of the House has received and accepted the recommendation of Honourable Isiaka Ibrahim to serve as the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives,” the Speaker stated.

Isiaka, who represents Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency of Ogun State, until his appointment served as the Chairman of the House Committee on National Planning and Economic Development. 

A ranking member since his election in 2015, he has held several key positions, including Chairman of the Committee on Ecological Funds, Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Governmental Affairs, and has chaired numerous Ad Hoc Committees of the House.

“Let’s take a moment to remember Honourable Onanuga’s invaluable contributions to this House, and to her nation. May her soul rest in peace. We congratulate Honourable Isiaka Ibrahim on this well-deserved elevation and trust that he will bring the same dedication and commitment to his new role as he has demonstrated in his service to this House and to his constituents”, the Speaker said in his remarks.

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