The House of Representatives on Thursday announced a new leadership team for the minority caucus, with Frederick Agbedi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) emerging as the Minority Leader.
Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, disclosed the appointments during plenary, stating that the nominations were unanimously endorsed by members of the opposition caucus.
Agbedi, who represents the Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency of Bayelsa State, takes over the position as the opposition bloc seeks to strengthen its role in legislative engagements within the Green Chamber.
The Bayelsa lawmaker is regarded as a key figure within the PDP faction aligned with former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Kabiru Turaki.
Also announced was Abdussamad Dasuki of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, who was appointed Deputy Minority Leader.
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In the same vein, Mansur Manu Soro of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), representing Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency of Bauchi State, was named Minority Whip.
Speaking after unveiling the new officers, Abbas expressed confidence in the ability of the opposition leadership to contribute meaningfully to the work of the House, pledging cooperation between the principal officers and the leadership of the chamber.
He said the House leadership would work closely with the newly appointed minority officers to advance the legislative agenda and strengthen parliamentary engagement.
The appointments fill key positions within the opposition ranks and are expected to shape the direction of minority participation in the House as lawmakers continue deliberations on national issues.