House of Representatives has called on one of its members, Rep. Ibrahim Auyo, to provide evidence for his claim that lawmakers pay to move motions and bills on the floor of the House.
Gatekeepers News reports that Auyo, representing Hadejia/Auyo/Kafin Hausa federal constituency in Jigawa, alleged that legislators pay up to N3 million to present bills, motions, and petitions.
Auyo made the claim while addressing his constituents, saying, “You have to pay from N3 million, N2 million, or N1 million to present it. And after you present the bill, you must follow up by lobbying the whole 360 members of the house to accept the bill.”
However, the House of Representatives has described the allegations as “unsubstantiated” and has asked Auyo to substantiate his claims.
In a statement issued on Friday, the House spokesperson, Akin Rotimi, said, “The House of Representatives has taken note of a viral video in which Rep. Ibrahim Usman Auyo… alleged that Members of the House receive payments to sponsor Motions, Bills, and Petitions.”
Rotimi added that if Auyo fails to provide evidence, the matter will be referred to the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges for consideration.
“When the House reconvenes, Rep. Auyo will be invited to substantiate his claims before the House. Should he be unable to provide evidence, the matter will be referred to the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges for appropriate consideration, in line with parliamentary procedure.”
