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Constitution Review: Kalu Seeks Global Partnerships to Boost Mining, Gender Equity, and Security Reforms

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has called for partnership with the Australian and Rwandan government to support Nigeria's efforts in promoting women's representation in governance, improved security, building resilient mining sector amongst others. Kalu who doubles as the Chairman House Committee on Constitution Review, made the call during separate meetings with the delegations from the Australian and Rwandan Embassies in Nigeria led by Leilani Bin-Juda and Christopher Bazivamo respectively at the National […]

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Reps Warns CBN Against Risks of High Interest Rates Amid Economic Recovery

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on National Planning and Economic Development has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to reconsider the prolonged use of high interest rates to fight inflation, warning of potential adverse effects on key sectors of the economy. Chairman of the Committee, Rep. Gboyega Nasiru issued the caution on Wednesday in Abuja during a meeting with the Statistician-General of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Adeyemi […]

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Rep. Jaji Pushes for Security Reform Over Emergency Rule in Zamfara

By Oluwakemi Kindness The member representing Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji, Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, in the 10th House of Representatives, Aminu Sani Jaji, has voiced deep concern over the worsening security situation in his constituency. Jaji urged the Federal Government to urgently intervene, warning that armed bandits have overrun parts of his constituency, where they kill at will and now exert control over local communities. The lawmaker, who chaired the House Committee on National Security and Intelligence in the 8th […]

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No Room for Unregistered Architects in Government Projects – Speaker Abbas

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, says the National Assembly would work towards strengthening the Public Procurement Act to ensure that only registered architects participate in government-funded projects. The Speaker says this has become necessary in view of "the challenges highlighted by the Nigerian Institute of Architects, particularly the proliferation of unregistered practitioners, the influx of foreign firms bypassing statutory partnerships, and the underrepresentation of architects in public procurement and urban policy formulation. "These […]

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Climate Crisis Now a Daily Reality in Nigeria –Kalu

By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has lamented the devastating effects of climate change on communities in Nigeria, describing the menace as a living crisis. Kalu made the submission when a delegation from the National Council on Climate Change Secretariat (NCCCS) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) led by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Nkiruka Madueke paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja. According to a statement on Wednesday by […]

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Reps Back Bill to Establish Agricultural Economics Institute

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed through second reading a bill seeking for an act to establish Nigerian Institute of Agricultural and Applied Economics to regulate, control and determine the standard of knowledge to be attained by persons seeking to become members of the institute. The proposed legislation by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu and eight others, was presented for second reading at plenary on Wednesday by one of the co-sponsors Tolani Shagaya. In his lead […]

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NAICOM Strengthens Enforcement of Insurance for Public Buildings and Construction Projects

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing insurance compliance for public buildings and construction sites across Nigeria. NAICOM stated this at the 4th Meeting of the Joint Committee on Insurance for Public Buildings and Buildings under Construction, in Abuja on Wednesday which brought together key stakeholders to review progress and address challenges in implementing mandatory insurance regulations. In his opening remarks, Deputy Commissioner for Insurance (Finance and Administration), Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon, updated members […]

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CBN Simplifies BVN Registration for Nigerians in Diaspora

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has officially launched the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform—a secure digital gateway enabling Nigerians living abroad to obtain their Bank Verification Number (BVN) without having to be physically present in the country. The platform is designed to enhance financial inclusion, streamline identity verification, and facilitate easier access to banking services for the Nigerian diaspora. Speaking at the unveiling in Abuja, on […]

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NILDS Inaugurates Sub-Committees for 2025 UNIBEN Convocation

By Sofiat Adenekan The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has inaugurated eight sub-committees to oversee preparations for the 2025 UNIBEN/NILDS joint convocation ceremony. The event, scheduled for October, marks the ninth edition of the partnership between the University of Benin and NILDS. Speaking at the inauguration held at the Institute's headquarters in Abuja, Professor Sulaiman stressed the importance of effective coordination and professionalism in delivering a successful ceremony. The sub-committees, […]

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