Candidate Imposition: NILDS Seeks Electoral Act Amendment
By Chinedu Echianu Stakeholders at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) have called on the National Assembly to amend the Electoral Act to impose stiffer sanctions, including the disqualification of political parties, where candidates are imposed under the guise of consensus rather than emerging through transparent and democratic party primaries. The call […]
Tabiowo Launches Book on Nigerian Legislature
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Veteran journalist and former Media Adviser to the President of the Ninth Senate, Ezrel Tabiowo has launched his book, The Nigerian Legislature: Understanding Its Impact on Democratic Governance and National Development, describing it as a major contribution to strengthening democratic governance and deepening public understanding of the legislature. Speaking at the public […]
NILDS DG Sulaiman Receives Legislative Excellence Award
By Anayo Akwitti The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has received recognition for his contributions to strengthening legislative development and democratic governance in Nigeria. Sulaiman was among prominent lawmakers and stakeholders honoured at the National Legislative Awards 2026, organised by HallowMace Africa on Thursday at […]
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 […]
State Police Bill Has Strong Safeguards Against Abuse — Kalu
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured Nigerians and the international community that the proposed State Police Bill contains robust constitutional safeguards designed to prevent abuse and ensure accountability. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja during a reception hosted by the Ambassador of the European Union to Nigeria and […]
Reps Summon AGF, Threaten Sanctions Over Oversight Snub
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has issued a final summons to the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, ordering him to appear before the committee on Monday, July 13, over his alleged failure to honour repeated invitations and submit key financial documents. The committee warned that it would […]
State Police Funding Won’t Be a Challenge – Kalu
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured Nigerians that funding will not stand in the way of establishing state police, revealing that the National Assembly is putting measures in place to guarantee sustainable financing for the proposed security reform. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Friday after returning […]
NCDC Opposes New Health Institute Bill, Warns of Duplication
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has opposed a bill seeking to establish a National Institute for Public Health and Infectious Diseases. the NCDC warns that the proposed agency would duplicate existing responsibilities and weaken the country’s disease outbreak response system. The agency made its position known on Thursday […]
NILDS Reaffirms Commitment to Gender-Inclusive Governance
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to expanding women’s participation in political leadership and legislative decision-making in Nigeria. Prof. Sulaiman made this known on Tuesday, at a One-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Female Aspirants vying for seats in […]
Assessing 10th National Assembly: Achievements, Challenges, Road Ahead
By Jumoke Abubakar When the 10th National Assembly was inaugurated on June 13, 2023, Nigerians expected a legislature that would not only make laws but also respond to the pressing realities of economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment, and demands for good governance. Two years into its tenure, the Assembly, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and […]