Rwanda Hosts Adamawa State Lawmakers for Summit on Governance and ICT

By Emmanuel Kwada

The Adamawa State House of Assembly has concluded a week-long study visit to Rwanda, where lawmakers attended a summit on the Use of ICT, Policy Formulation, and Inclusive Governance in Kigali.

Speaker Bathiya Wesley urged lawmakers to utilize the knowledge gained for the development of Adamawa State, emphasizing that their 25 constituencies expect them to meet their yearnings and aspirations.

During the certificate presentation ceremony, Speaker Wesley praised Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for maintaining a cordial working relationship with lawmakers.

The partnership would continue throughout their tenure, benefiting the people and promoting overall development in Adamawa State

He expressed optimism that the partnership would continue throughout their tenure, benefiting the people and promoting overall development in Adamawa State.

Lawmakers applauded Speaker Wesley’s efforts to enhance their competency and promote people-oriented legislation and good governance. They noted that the training would enable effective representation for their constituents.

Clerk to the House Umar Usman Hamidu Laleh commended Speaker Wesley’s commitment to equipping lawmakers and staff with necessary legislative knowledge.

Rwanda has made progress in areas like ICT and governance, making it a valuable learning experience for the Adamawa State lawmakers

Rwanda’s hosting of the summit comes amid its own challenges, including concerns over human rights and freedom of expression ¹. The country has faced criticism for its treatment of journalists, opposition activists, and refugees.

Despite these issues, Rwanda has made progress in areas like ICT and governance, making it a valuable learning experience for the Adamawa State lawmakers.