In his absence from plenary, the House voted to remove him, subsequently electing Mrs. Mojisola Meranda, his deputy speaker representing Apapa Constituency I, as the first female speaker in the history of Lagos State House of Assembly. In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through Lagos State’s political landscape, the Lagos State House of Assembly, on Monday removed its long-serving Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, marking the end of his decade-long leadership...
2025 promises significant legislative interventions affecting the lives of women, youth, and marginalised communities. As the new year 2025 kicks off, this edition of our Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) focuses on legislative interventions anticipated to receive attention. Bills driving gender equality and inclusion In 2025, we look forward to the deliberation of transformative bills designed to address gender gaps and promote inclusivity across key sectors in Nigeria. Notable among the proposed laws already in...
The extractive sector, including petroleum and solid minerals development, forms the bedrock of the economy of Nigeria The budget serves as a critical framework for any nation’s economic strategy, guiding financial allocations and shaping development priorities. It is an essential element of the economy, providing a comprehensive blueprint that outlines where funds will be directed and how they will be utilized to achieve government objectives. By establishing clear priorities, the budget plays a vital role...
FIRS Chairman, Zacch Adedeji said all grey areas in the tax reform bills have been resolved, with no further meetings required. The senate has signaled progress on the tax reform bills, with public hearings set to be held soon, paving the way for their passage at third reading. Chairman of the senate ad-hoc committee on tax reforms, Sen. Abba Moro (PDP, Benue south) confirmed this on Monday while speaking to journalists after a two-hour closed-door...
The committee thereafter said it is satisfied with the Nigeria Army’s 2024 budget implementation The House of Representatives committee on army has expressed satisfaction with the level of implementation of the 2024 budget. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Aminu Balele (APC Katsina), made this known on Monday while addressing journalists after a closed-door session with the officers of the Nigerian Army to review their 2025 budget proposal. Rep. Balele emphasised the need to enhance the...
The board remitted N4 billion to the Consolidated Revenue Fund in 2024 whereas it received N6 billion from the Federal Government. Lawmakers have raised concerns over the financial operations of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), questioning its fiscal prudence and the logic of government funding for a revenue-generating agency. These concerns were raised on Monday during an interactive session of the joint committee of the Senate and House of Representatives chaired by Sen....
The minister of interior, Comptroller General of Customs, and the Controller of Immigration have been issued a warning to appear The House of Representatives committee on customs and excise has called on President Bola Tinubu to dismiss heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) who fail to honor invitations from the legislature. The call was made during an investigative hearing held at the national assembly complex in Abuja on Monday, where several key stakeholders were...
While efforts are underway to stabilise the grid, Adelabu admitted that the collapse can only be managed until necessary funds are provided. Minister of power, Bayo Adelabu has painted a mixed picture of progress and persistent challenges in Nigeria’s power sector detailing the complexities surrounding the national grid collapses experienced in 2024, funding shortfalls, and the pressing need for investment to achieve sustainable energy security. Adelabu said these when he appeared before the senate committee...
INEC has proposed more than three times its budgetary allocations in 2025 budget, and says elections in Nigeria have become a huge burden The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the N40 billion allocated to it in the 2025 budget proposal, instead proposing N126 billion to adequately fund its activities. This development emerged during a budget defense session with the national assembly’s joint committee on INEC and electoral matters. The INEC chairman, Professor Mahmood...
The national assembly has criticised Nigeria’s border closure policy, citing its ineffectiveness in curbing smuggling and insecurity, and urged the ministry of industry, trade, and investment to liaise with the presidency for a practical solution. The National Assembly, through its joint committee on Industry, Trade, and Investment, has criticised Nigeria’s border closure policy, describing it as ineffective in addressing cross-border banditry and smuggling, particularly in states bordering Niger and Chad. This criticism came to the...
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