Yesterday, 8th July 2022 saw the inauguration of the Imo Youth Parliament (Second Assembly) at the Imo Youth Centre Owerri that led to the emergence of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Ekewuba Eze (Member Representing Oguta LGA Youths) and the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Akuchie Stephen (Member Representing Mbaitoli LGA Youths).
The Imo Youth Parliament, a structure under the aegis of the Nigerian Youth Parliament (NYP) is a Legislative and Developmental Training Institution, created to strengthen, reinforce and consolidate efforts in empowering Young People through meaningful Youth representation in driving Nigeria’s developmental agenda.
The Youth Parliament sits and deliberates on matters of national importance as it affects youth development and is mirrored after the Nigerian Senate with functions, roles, responsibilities and businesses carried out in like manner as the Nigerian House of Representatives.
Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Imo State Governor on Youth Affairs, Hon. Eric Uwakwe charged the Parliamentarians to represent their constituents in good faith, maintaining integrity and make laws for the best interest of the people.
The Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties, Hon. Okey Anusiem took time out to school the Parliamentarians on how best to navigate the waters of leadership and effective representation.
The Clerk of the Imo State House of Assembly ably represented by the Head of Legislative Department, IMHA, Mr also educated the newly inaugurated Parliamentarians on the rudiments of legislation and proceedings of the Hallow Chamber.
The event was graced by dignitaries involved in governance, social work and lots more.
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