Kalu Dismisses Tracka Report On Bende Projects
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has dismissed a recent field tracking report by Tracka on Federal Government projects in Bende Federal Constituency, describing it as false, misleading and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, the Deputy Speaker’s office says […]
Reps Demand Details of ₦34tn Customs Duty Waivers
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has directed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to submit a detailed breakdown of the nearly ₦34 trillion worth of import duty waivers granted in 2025. Lawmakers want Customs to provide the names of beneficiaries, the legal basis for each waiver and the purpose for which the concessions were […]
State Police: Abbas Warns Against Abuse of Power by Governors
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has warned that the proposed State Police system must not become a political weapon in the hands of governors or powerful individuals. Speaking on Wednesday at the National Security Roundtable of the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Abbas said concerns over […]
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 […]
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 […]
Reps Open Probe into Alleged ₦5.3tn CBN Revenue Gaps
By Oluwakemi kindness The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has directed the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) to submit details of unremitted operating surplus and other revenues allegedly owed to the Federal Government by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other […]
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 […]
Lawyer Urges Tinubu, Reps Over EFCC Property Row
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu and the House of Representatives have been urged to direct the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to vacate a disputed property in Abuja’s Guzape District and comply with a subsisting Federal High Court order. The appeal was made on Thursday by Emaya Alibeku, counsel to Dr. Rebecca Godwin […]
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 […]