Veteran Journalist Backs for Hon. Betara 10th House of Reps Speaker
By Okwo romeon
A veteran journalist Williams Ochonu has lend his support for Hon. Aliyu Betera bid to emerge the Speaker of the incoming 10th House of Representatives.
Recall that Hon. Betara, a ranking lawmaker, representing Biu, Bayo, Kwaya Kusar, Shani Federal Constituency of Borno State.
In a publication on the Nigerian Tribune news paper online, the veteran journalist explained why Hon Betara should seek the position of Speakership in the 10th National Assembly.
According to Williams Ochonu, ”Hon Betara is a man of few words but impeccable words and distinguished parliamentarian whose contributions to advancing democracy in Nigeria is note worthy over time in the House of Representative.
Quoting the veteran journalist “Leadership is the creation of an environment in which others can self-actualize in the process of completing the job.
“If your actions inspire others to dream, learn, do, and become more, you are a leader.”
He said, the above quote summarizes the leadership qualities of Hon. Aliyu Muktar Betara, a member representing Biu, Bayo, Kwaya Kusar, Shani Federal Constituency of Borno State in the Federal House of Representatives.
A man of few but impeccable words—a distinguished parliamentarian whose contributions to advancing democracy in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized.
“Hon Betara means different things to different people. However, there is a meeting point for these divergent views. It is the fact that he is a dynamic individual whose passion and commitment to the advancement of democracy are unparalleled”
He say, this much has been evident in his leadership strides in the various committees he has led in the National Assembly.
Mr Ochonu say, he recall that at a time, Hon. Betera was commended by the House leadership for his passion, dedication and leadership strides,he was therefore, not surprised when the Honorable indicated an interest in leading the 10th Assembly as the Speaker.
In his words, “I sighed in relief, knowing what he would bring, especially the ability to provide purposeful leadership and galvanize all members towards the common good, regardless of party affiliations. This has been his trademark all along. As the Chairman of the House Committee of the Nigerian Army, Hon. Betara was passionate about improving the operational effectiveness of the Nigerian Army. He contributed to debates; he advocated for improved funding for the Nigerian Army and other sundry issues relevant to the Nigerian Army’s success”
He say, Hon Betara stands on a tripod; experience, competence and character. He has been in the National Assembly since 2007, making him one of the few members to have served in Nigeria’s sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth assemblies. He has led various house committees. Between 2007 and 2011, Betara was Chairman of the Sub-committee on NDIC, Banking and Currency. He also served as a member of the House Committee on Interior. He was appointed Chairman of the Sub-committee on Customs, Immigration and Prisons Pension Office.
Honorable Betara was appointed Chairman House Committee on the Army at the seventh Assembly (2011 to 2015). From 2015 to 2019, Betara served as Chairman of the House Committee on Defense.
He is the current House Committee on Appropriations Chairman, presiding over all other committees regarding the appropriation process in the House of Representatives. These indeed speak volumes of his experience with the intricacies of the House of Representatives.
Mr Willam’s Ochonu has urged incoming parliamentarians to consider picking Honorable Betera as the next speaker of the 10th Assembly if Nigeria deserves leaders that would hit the ground running to translate our hopes and aspirations into tangible realities.
He claimed for such to occur, it is a requirement that such leaders must have substantial experience in their kitty, for the challenges at hand requires that proactive measures are embraced in the bid to overcome the numerous challenges in the country.
He say, Hon Betara with his depth and grasps of issues are impressive as He is always willing to engage in the national discourse to potray solutions to such issues.
Hon Betara is a well-rounded parliamentarian who resonates brilliance and strength of character. His track record speaks volumes of a man who desires to bring about meaningful changes in the polity which he had demonstrated over the years in the National Assembly and getting elected as Speaker would bring to the fore the attributes needed to bring about purposeful leadership in the country.
