He expressed his concerns at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, where he dissected the performance of the 10th National Assembly and questioned its independence in dealing with matters of national importance.

 

Melaye says legislature’s responsibility is not merely to pass bills and approve government proposals but to scrutinise executive decisions and ensure that the President operates within the limits of the Constitution.

 

Melaye specifically faulted Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, over their handling of electoral reforms, budget implementation, constitutional amendments and other issues involving the President and his administration.