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The Nigerian House of Representatives is facing criticism for its lack of focus on issues such as budget padding. The Initiatives, an intellectual resource base for the Green Chamber, believes that the current leadership led by Yakubu Dogara is on track and should be supported for the country's overall benefit. The group's Dean, Eseme Eyiboh, argues that the rule of law is the difference between democracy and military government, and that the legislative powers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria are vested in the National Assembly. The legislative process includes appropriation, legislation, and oversight, and the constitution encourages people's participation through readings, committee stages, and public hearings. The people's input is crucial in the legislative process, and if not followed, it could lead to anarchy. The group also criticizes the issue of constituency projects, which many Nigerians view as an avenue for legislators to enrich themselves.

Thousands of Nigerians protested the freezing of Governor Ayo Fayose's accounts and in solidarity with his government. The governor addressed a select group of journalists after the event, stating that he is a straight-forward person who respects humanity and fear God. He believes that it is a right of everyone in Nigeria to choose their leader based on principles and perceptions. The governor, who is 56 years old, recalls the misrule of 1984-1985, where the military suffered Nigerians and many leaders were clamped in chains using decree 2. The same thing President Buhari did at that time is what he is doing now, with appointments, taking away people's rights, and doing things without recourse for due process. The governor believes that a man that is grown cannot change, as he is born again and cannot change. He believes that President Buhari is living true to type, governing Nigeria today by his appointments, taking away people's rights, and doing things without recourse for due process.