By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja

The House of Representatives Special Ad hoc Committee on Restructuring of Government Agencies and Commissions is set to revisit the recommendations from Steven Oronsaye’s report of 2012.

Briefing journalists at the National Assembly in Abuja, the committee assured that its mandate does not extend to staff rationalization and therefore will not propose any staff retrenchment measures, as speculated.

Chairman of the Committee, Ibrahim Ayokunle Ishiaka, along with other panel members, emphasized the significance of the 2012 Oronsaye Report.

Recall that the report outlined recommendations to streamline government agencies, aiming to boost efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Ishiaka announced that the panel would review approximately 110 organizations as part of this initiative.

“It is crucial for us to review the recommendations from the Oronsaye Report and other relevant White Papers. This ensures that our government structures are aligned with current realities, best practices, and the evolving needs of our society.

“As the world evolves rapidly, it’s imperative that our government agencies and commissions are structured to effectively fulfill their mandates.

“Through this review process, our objective is to identify redundancies, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement within federal government agencies and commissions. We aim to streamline operations, eliminate duplications, enhance service delivery, and optimize resource allocation through legislative measures. This comprehensive review will consider diverse perspectives and expertise to ensure thorough evaluation and effective reform.”