Kebbi Assembly pledges harmonious relationship with Executive
The Kebbi House of Assembly says it will maintain the cordial relationship existing between the legislature and executive to fast-track development in the state.The New […]
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Stakeholders demand constitutional timelines for budget, fiscal act amendment
Stakeholders have called on the National Assembly to ensure that there are definitive timelines for passage of and assent to the annual budget in order […]
El-Rufai: Ahmed Joda ‘was a leading light and visionary’
The Kaduna State Government has sent a message of condolence to the family of late elder statesman Alhaji Ahmed Joda. Governor Nasir El-Rufai described Alhaji […]
NASS to pass SERVICOM bill soon, says coordinator
Mrs Nnenna Akajemeli, National Coordinator, SERVICOM, says the National Assembly will soon pass the bill backing the activities of Service Compact with all Nigerians (SERVICOM) […]
Kaduna Assembly lifts suspension of former deputy speaker
The Kaduna State House of Assembly has lifted the suspension of its former deputy speaker, Alhaji Muktar Isa-Hazo, member representing Basawa constituency. Isa-Hazo and three […]
KDSG redeploys Solicitor General as Deputy Chief of Staff
Kaduna State Government has redeployed the Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Justice, Mr Chris Umar to the position of Deputy Chief of […]
CLEEN Foundation receives grant to deepen advocacy on police reforms, others
By Chimezie Godfrey The CLEEN Foundation has received grant to deepen and fast-track its advocacy on ethnic justice and police reforms in Nigeria. This is […]
Ikorodu LG inaugurates 6th legislative arm
The sixth legislative arm of Ikorodu Local Government in Lagos State was inaugurated on Tuesday by the council Chairman, Mr Wasiu Adesina. Speaking during the […]
Senate President felicitates with Omo-Agege at 58
The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has congratulated the Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, as he marks his 58th birthday on Aug. 3. Lawan’s […]
FG to acquire central monitoring system for Nigeria gaming industry
The Federal Government will soon acquire a central monitoring system (CMS) for the country’s gaming industry for better performance and enhanced revenue generation. The Minister […]
Lauretta Onochie As Metaphor, By Azu Ishiekwene
The refusal of the Senate to confirm Lauretta Onochie, President Muhammadu Buhari’s nominee as national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is a […]
Police arrest alleged mastermind of Haiti president’s murder
Haiti’s national police on Sunday announced the arrest of the suspected mastermind in the assassination of President Jovenel Moise. A Haitian doctor living in the […]
CISLAC condemns ‘unlawful’ suspension of Kano Public Complaints Chairman
By Chimezie Godfrey The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has condemned the suspension of theKano Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission Chairman, Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, […]
DPR lists ways to fortify Nigeria oil, gas sector
The Department of Petroleum Resources( DPR) has listed five ways to fortify the Nigerian oil and gas sector for economic stability and growth. The Director […]
PIB: Nigeria oil industry will become globally competitive — Rep
A member of the House of Representatives, Mr Dennis Idahosa, has said that the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) will engender global competitiveness […]
CISLAC commends NASS for passing PIB
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy, (CISLAC) has commended the National Assembly for passing the Petroleum Industry Bill(PIB). Mr Auwal Rafsanjani, Executive Director, CISLAC and Head […]
PIB: CISLAC commends NASS, advises Buhari
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy, CISLAC has commended the two chambers of the National Assembly in the 9th Assembly for making a mark by passing […]
Bill seeking to amend ITF Act passes 2nd reading at Senate
A bill seeking to curtail widespread unemployment in the country, by amending the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Act, has passed second reading at the Senate. […]
Reps passed 41 bills in 2 years – Spokesperson
The House of Representatives has passed 41 Bills under the 9th Assembly, an official has confirmed.Rep. Benjamin Kalu, the Spokesperson of the House, said the […]
Ogun Assembly passes 35 bills
The Ninth Ogun State House of Assembly passed 35 bills into law in the past two years, the Speaker, Mr Olakunle Oluomo, has said. Oluomo […]
Reps member to restore electricity supply to 70 communities in Edo
A member of House of Representatives, Mr Dennis Idahosa, representing Ovie Federal constituency, APC-Edo State says electricity supply will soon be restored to 70 Communities […]
Imo PASAN to resume work June 14 – Chairman
The Chairman of Imo Chapter of Parliamentary Staff Association (PASAN), Mr Victor Nnadi, has said that members of the association will return to work on […]
Ex-envoy faults senate for rejecting clamour for brand new constitution
A former Nigerian envoy, Dr Nnamdi Onochie, has criticised members of the Senate for rejecting calls for lawmakers to push for the writing of a […]
Criminalising ransom payment will inflict jeopardy on helpless Nigerians- Lawyers
Some lawyers in Kaduna on Thursday condemned the proposal to criminalise payment of ransom to kidnappers, contending that the law if enacted would inflict jeopardy […]
Insecurity: NASS must step up legislative interventions to protect Nigerians – Lawan
Senate President Ahmad Lawan says legislative interventions must be stepped-up by the National Assembly to protect Nigerians against the rising state of insecurity in the […]