Efforts to deepen accountability and ensure laws translate into measurable benefits for citizens have gained momentum in Delta State following the launch of a Post-Legislative Scrutiny (PLS) Department by the Delta State House of Assembly.
Speaker of the House, Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, said the establishment of the new department is aimed at strengthening legislative oversight by creating a structured mechanism to assess how laws are implemented and the impact they have on residents.
According to Guwor, the initiative will promote evidence-based lawmaking and help ensure that enacted policies remain relevant and responsive to the needs of the people. He noted that through systematic evaluation and feedback, the Assembly would be better positioned to review existing laws and make necessary amendments where gaps are identified.
The Speaker described the PLS Department as a significant institutional reform that aligns with global best practices in legislative governance, adding that it underscores the House’s commitment to transparency and improved service delivery.
Also speaking, the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, expressed support for the initiative. He reaffirmed the Ministry of Justice’s readiness to collaborate with the Assembly to enhance governance outcomes and ensure that laws passed by the legislature achieve their intended objectives.
The launch of the department marks a strategic step toward strengthening democratic processes and fostering greater public confidence in the legislative system in Delta State.
