Edo lawmakers amend Assembly, judiciary financial autonomy laws amid protests
The Edo State House of Assembly has amended the financial autonomy laws earlier granted to the House and the judiciary by the administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki. DAILY POST reports that the lawmakers amended the two laws on Monday, August 24, 2026, despite protests by civil society organisations, the Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, Benin Branch, […] Edo lawmakers amend Assembly,…
The Edo State House of Assembly amended the financial autonomy laws for the Assembly and judiciary, despite protests from civil society groups, the NBA, PASAN, and JUSUN. The lawmakers introduced the amendments on August 24, 2026, to address concerns about insufficient oversight of funds allocated for capital projects. They explained that the changes would not remove the autonomy of the legislature and judiciary, but rather strengthen checks and balances, and curb corruption.
The majority leader, Hon. Osezua Ojezele, moved the motions, stating that the amendments aimed to safeguard institutional autonomy and promote accountability. The Speaker of the House, Yekini Idaiye, reassured protesting staff that the proposed changes were not aimed at repealing the laws, but rather amending them to improve financial management.
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