Dogara Seeks NASS-CSO Alliance to Strengthen Oversight
By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has called for stronger collaboration between the National Assembly and civil society organisations (CSOs) to close the persistent gap between budget approvals and project implementation. He also said effective legislative oversight is key to ensuring Nigerians benefit from public spending. He stated this […]
Gbajabiamila Seeks Stronger Executive-NASS Partnership
By Oluwakemi Kindness Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has called for stronger collaboration between the Executive and the National Assembly to deliver improved security, economic growth and better governance for Nigerians. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Gbajabiamila said although both arms of government operate […]
Senate, Youth Leaders Hold Talks on Xenophobia Ultimatum
By Chinedu Echianu The Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations has opened talks with the Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) over the group’s July 31 ultimatum calling on South Africans to leave Nigeria in response to renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. The meeting, held […]
Tinubu Submits State Police Bill to House for Approval
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has formally transmitted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026 to the House of Representatives, seeking lawmakers’ approval to create a constitutional framework for the establishment of state police services. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, read the President’s letter during […]
Kalu Urges Media to Promote Nigeria, Critique Govt Fairly
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called on journalists to maintain a balance between holding government accountable and showcasing Nigeria’s achievements, saying the country’s progress deserves equal attention alongside its challenges. Speaking on Thursday at the inauguration of the newly elected executive of the House of Representatives Press […]
Reps Urge Tougher Action Over South Africa Attacks
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to adopt tougher diplomatic measures against South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals. The lawmakers urged the government to review Nigeria’s bilateral relations with South Africa and suspend areas of cooperation where necessary until firm guarantees are […]
Reps Move to Regulate Nutrition Practice, Tackle Quackery
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has advanced a bill seeking to establish the Nutritionists Registration Council of Nigeria (NRCN). A move aimed at regulating nutrition practice, eliminating quackery and strengthening Nigeria’s response to malnutrition and food insecurity. The bill, which passed second reading during Thursday’s plenary, is expected to provide a legal framework […]
Senate Moves to Toughen Laws Against Fake Drugs and Foods
By Chinedu Echianu The Senate on Wednesday passed for second reading a bill seeking to strengthen Nigeria’s legal framework against counterfeit medicines, fake drugs and unsafe processed foods by introducing stiffer penalties, stricter regulatory controls and enhanced enforcement measures. The proposed legislation, titled the Counterfeit Medical Products, Fake Drugs and Unwholesome Processed Foods (Prohibition and […]
NACCRAN Raises Alarm Over Mali Trafficking Repatriation
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Council of Child Rights Advocates of Nigeria (NACCRAN) has raised concerns over the repatriation of trafficked Nigerian girls from Mali and other West African countries. NACCRAN made the submission before the House of Representatives Committee on Humanitarian Services in Abuja on Wednesday, calling for stronger coordination, transparency and accountability in […]
Abbas Backs Stronger Funding for South-South Commission
By Oluwakemi Kindness Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has backed moves to strengthen the funding structure of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), saying the commission requires adequate resources to tackle development challenges in the region. Tajudeen spoke on Wednesday at a public hearing organised by the House Committee on South-South Development Commission […]