The Edo governor commended the assembly’s contributions to Edo’s progress, highlighting the construction of the state’s first flyover.
Mr Agbebaku said the decision became necessary amidst public outcry and protests.
Mr Agbebaku raised serious concerns over the deplorable state of the Benin-Auchi road.
The bill was considered and adopted after a clause-by-clause correction at the committee of the whole in Benin.
The lawmakers amended the existing law 2013, which recommended life imprisonment and confiscation of property linked to kidnapping.
The House has commended Governor Godwin Obaseki for assenting to the financial autonomy bill for the state legislature and judiciary passed in December 2023.
Moving the motion, Mr Ojiezele said the first session has 60 sitting days for legislative activities.
Thereafter, Mr Onobun opened the floor as he thanked his colleagues and staff of the assembly for their support over the years.
It was gathered that Mr Edughele, was kidnapped while travelling from Orhionmwon to Benin City.
Last year, Governor Godwin Obaseki described as senseless the enactment of the anti-open grazing law by southern state governors.
