The bill to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerians was introduced by the speaker and co-sponsored by Daniel Adama Ago.
He said the decision was taken after “careful consideration.”
Mr Abbas said the 10th House of Reps would continue to support the efforts of security agencies through adequate funding.
He promised to ensure better welfare for Nigerian teachers.
“I want to assure you that based on the way banditry wants to return, we in the house have taken some measures,” said Mr Abbas.
“This evil act must not be allowed to go unchecked.”
