Standoff over committees hardly a dream start by Parliament

The National Assembly Speaker is the institution charged with the duty of leading the legislative agenda of the country and setting the tone for public debate on pieces of legislation that regulate lives, livelihoods, social mores and economic indices.

Being this crucial means their composition is a big deal since their oversight role is the lifeblood of the country’s heartbeat. They do not all have the same powers or persuasion but the House Business Committee is top dog.