Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria and Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening inter-state legislative cooperation as a means of improving governance and enhancing quality representation across the country.
Rt Hon Guwor made this pledge on Wednesday while receiving members of the Anambra State House of Assembly who are in the Delta State capital, Asaba, for a three-day legislative retreat aimed at deepening knowledge sharing and institutional collaboration.
Welcoming the lawmakers, the Speaker noted that interactions among state legislatures remain vital in promoting best legislative practices, strengthening democratic institutions, and ensuring that lawmakers effectively represent the interests of their constituents.
“Legislative retreats such as this provide a valuable opportunity for lawmakers to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and develop strategies that will ultimately improve governance in our various states,” Guwor said.
The Speaker emphasized that Delta State and Anambra State share not only geographical proximity but also strong historical, social, and economic ties that continue to foster cooperation between the two states.
According to him, “Delta and Anambra are not just neighbors sharing common boundaries; we also share deep historical affiliations and vibrant economic relationships. These bonds make collaboration between our legislative institutions even more important.”
Rt Hon Guwor, accompanied by principal officers and some members of the Delta State Assembly, assured the visiting lawmakers of the Assembly’s readiness to sustain cooperation with other state legislatures across Nigeria.
He further invited the Anambra lawmakers to observe the plenary session of the Delta State House of Assembly as part of activities lined up for their visit.
“We are pleased to host you in Delta State, and we look forward to continued collaboration that will strengthen legislative processes and improve service delivery to our people,” Guwor added.
The Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, who was recently elected Vice Chairman. Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures, South-East Zone, expressed gratitude to the Delta State Speaker and his team for their hospitality and solidarity.
The retreat is expected to feature sessions on legislative procedures, governance strategies, and peer-learning interactions designed to equip the Anambra lawmakers with improved skills for effective lawmaking and oversight.