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House Committee on the Army
Legislative committee of the Nigerian National Assembly From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The House Committee on the Army is a standing committee of the House of Representatives in Nigeria. The committee is tasked with legislative oversight of the Nigerian Army, including its administration, operations, and budgeting. It operates under the authority granted by Section 62 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and Order XVIII B Rule 131 of the House Standing Orders, Ninth Edition, 2016.[1][2]
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Mandate and jurisdiction
The committee's oversight responsibilities encompass various aspects of the Nigerian Army's functions and infrastructure. These include:
- The Nigerian Army's administration and operations;
- Ammunition depots, forts, arsenals, reservations, and establishments;
- Development projects and infrastructure of the Nigerian Army;
- Army barracks, landed property, and appurtenances;
- Annual budget estimates and financial appropriations for the Army;
- Recruitment exercises and personnel welfare.[3][4]
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Constitutional framework
The establishment and functions of the House Committee on Army are grounded in the Nigerian Constitution and the House's Standing Orders. Section 62 of the 1999 Constitution empowers the National Assembly to establish committees for effective legislative functions. Order XVIII B Rule 131 of the House Standing Orders specifically provides for the creation of the Committee on Army, outlining its scope and responsibilities.[1][2]
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History
The House Committee on Army has evolved to address the dynamic security challenges facing Nigeria. Over the years, it has played a pivotal role in legislative oversight, ensuring that the Nigerian Army is adequately funded and equipped to fulfill its constitutional mandate. The committee has been instrumental in reviewing budgetary allocations, assessing the implementation of military projects, and facilitating communication between the legislature and the military establishment.[5][6]
Leadership
As of 2025, the committee is chaired by Honourable Aminu Balele, with Honourable David Ogewu serving as the deputy chairman. The leadership is responsible for steering the committee's activities, including oversight functions, legislative reviews, and engagement with the Nigerian Army and other stakeholders.[7][8]
Activities and oversight
The committee conducts regular oversight visits to military formations and institutions to assess the state of infrastructure, ongoing projects, and the welfare of personnel. For instance, in April 2024, the committee visited the Nigerian Army School of Military Engineering (NASME) in Makurdi, Benue State, to evaluate facilities and ongoing projects.[6]
During budget defense sessions, the committee reviews and scrutinizes the Nigerian Army's budgetary allocations and expenditures. In January 2025, the committee expressed satisfaction with the Army's utilization of its 2024 budget, noting a 99% implementation rate.[7][8]
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