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House of Divisional Representatives

HOUSE OF CHIEFS

The House of Chiefs comprises 20 (twenty) members from among traditional rulers elected in accordance with the legislation in force.

“The House of Chiefs rules on all matters falling within the powers of the Regional Assembly. It gives its opinion on the following issues:

  • The status of the traditional chiefdom;
  • The management and conservation of historical sites, monuments and vestiges;
  • The organization of cultural and traditional events in the region;
  • The collection and translation of elements of oral tradition.
  • The Committee on Environment, Regional Development, State Property, Town Planning and Housing.

“The House of Chiefs comprises 2 (two) committees, namely:

  • The Committee on Administrative and Legal Affairs and Standing Orders, Education, Health, Population, Social and Cultural Affairs, Youth and Sports;
  • The Committee on Finance, Infrastructure, Planning, Economic Development, Environment, Regional Development, State Property, Town Planning and Housing.
  • The Committee on Environment, Regional Development, State Property, Town Planning and Housing.

The House of Chiefs is chaired by the Regional Executive Council Vice-President, assisted by a Regional Executive Council Secretary.

House of Chiefs in peace-building consultations with NW Fons

House of Chiefs in peace-building consultations with NW Fons

Sitting of House of Chiefs

Sitting, House of Chiefs after a work session