The member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency of Abia state in the House of Representatives, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has formally declared interest in the speakership race of the incoming 9th House, Daily Trust reports.

The female lawmaker made the declaration on Monday while briefing newsmen at the National Assembly complex, Abuja.

Onyejeocha, who was first elected into the House in 2007, has also won a re-election into the 9th House under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The prospective fourth term lawmaker said her track record of veritable legislation, capacity and quality representation stands her out as the most qualified among the pool of contenders for the top most job in the Green Chamber.