September 2024 - Page 4 of 10 - Parliament Reports

In its inaugural year, the 10th House reviewed a noteworthy total of 1,175 bills, of which gender bills constituted only 2.5 percent.  Gender inequality and social exclusion continue to pose significant challenges in Nigeria, impacting various facets of society, including economic participation, education, and health. Despite some progress, entrenched cultural norms and systemic barriers persist, marginalizing women, girls, and other vulnerable groups. In the just concluded year, the House of Representatives proposed 30 bills aimed...

Public Finance Management bills represent 10.1 percent of the 1,175 bills processed during the inaugural year of the 10th House of Representatives. Public Finance Management (PFM) encompasses the processes through which governments plan, allocate, and oversee public resources effectively. It involves the entire budget cycle, including revenue collection, expenditure management, and accountability measures.  In the past year, a total of 119 bills specifically addressing PFM were introduced in Nigeria’s House of Representatives, aimed at enhancing...

The House of Representatives introduced 25 bills in its first year aimed at enhancing anti corruption practices.  It can be argued that Nigeria has made notable progress in its fight against corruption in recent years, implementing various strategies and initiatives to tackle this prevalent issue. Despite these efforts, corruption remains a significant challenge that continues to impede economic development and erode public trust in government institutions. To address this, the 10th federal legislative body sponsored...

Climate change and ecology bills make up 1.4 percent of the 1175 House bills which were processed in the first year of the 10th House  Climate change is a pressing issue in Nigeria, where the nation has long suffered from its adverse effects, yet little has been done to tackle this critical challenge.  Over the past year, the House of Representatives processed only 16 bills addressing climate change and ecological concerns, focusing on areas such...

Amid calls for revitalizing the non-oil sector, the 10th House of Representatives has sponsored a total of 69 agriculture bills Since the 1960s, agriculture has been a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, employing over 60% of the population and making significant contributions to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).  The agricultural sector is broadly categorised into four main divisions: crop production, livestock, fishing, and forestry. These divisions highlight the country’s diverse agricultural landscape, which is essential...