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Natasha: Women representation and patriarchal parliaments | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeMarch 10, 20258 min

The Natasha-Akpabio brouhaha brings to the fore the low representation of women in the national and state assemblies of Nigeria Breaking Barriers The conversation around gender equality in governance has again taken center stage. Recently, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu (APC, Abia), renewed calls for legislative reforms to enhance women’s representation in Nigeria’s political landscape. He spoke at a three-day workshop on the operational guidelines for the national...

House of Representatives Nuggets & Learning

Widowhood bill and move against femicide in Nigeria | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeFebruary 22, 20257 min

In this episode of the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker, the focus is on widowhood to women safety, examining key bills and motions that aim to protect and empower vulnerable groups in Nigeria. About the Widowhood Leave Bill The Nigerian legislature has taken a significant step in addressing the often-overlooked struggles of grieving spouses through the proposed Widowhood Leave Bill sponsored by Rep. Abdullahi Saidu Musa (APC, Niger). In a public hearing organised...

National Assembly Politics Nuggets & Learning

Tax Reforms, Gender and Social Inclusion | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeFebruary 18, 20255 min

This week’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI tracker) discusses the tax reform bills currently in the National Assembly and its impact on marginalized groups. In October 2024, President Bola Tinubu introduced a series of tax reform bills to the National Assembly, aiming to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system. These reforms are designed to reduce multi-layered taxation, expand the tax base, enhance compliance, and generate sustainable revenue for national development. They also seek to protect small...

House of Representatives Nuggets & Learning

Ensuring Inclusion in Nigeria’s Mining Sector | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeFebruary 17, 20256 min

The Nigerian mining sector remains a critical driver of economic growth, yet its operations often sideline gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) considerations. In this episode, we shed light on this issue. A recent motion by Rep. Gaza Jonathan Gbefwi (Nasarawa, SDP) to investigate non-compliance by mining operators to the provisions of the Minerals and Mines Act, 2007, and the Explosives Act underscores the urgent need to ensure that mining activities are not only legal...

House of Representatives Senate Spotlight

Nigeria: Budgeting from the gender and inclusion lens | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeFebruary 9, 20256 min

As lawmakers round up scrutiny of the 2025 budget proposal, prioritizing gender and social inclusion in resource allocation is key to promoting inclusivity and equitable development. Budget defence by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) serves as a critical platform for lawmakers to carefully scrutinize details of the budget proposal laid by the president. This process ensures that public funds are not only allocated judiciousy but also distributed equitably to address the needs of all Nigerians,...

National Assembly Politics Spotlight

For females, youths and the marginalised: What to watch for in 2025 | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeJanuary 14, 20254 min

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...

House of Representatives Senate

Implications of late submission of the 2025 budget | ANALYSIS

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeDecember 16, 20243 min

In Nigeria’s governance framework, timely submission of the annual budget is critical for maintaining fiscal discipline and service delivery. President Bola Tinubu will present the 2025 budget proposal to the National Assembly on Tuesday. But the delay raises significant concerns about the legislative process, financial governance, and public accountability. Concerned about this, the House of Representatives in October called for the submission of the budget or risk rejection. Importance of timely budget submission...

House of Representatives Senate Spotlight

Women rising in NASS, protection for PWDs and IDPs | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeDecember 14, 20246 min

This week’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker highlights the promotion of women to key management positions in the National Assembly (NASS) and protection for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Vivian Njemanze becomes House deputy clerk During the week, Mrs. Vivian Nonyelum Njemanze was announced as the deputy clerk (administration) of the House of Representatives. This appointment is a significant step forward in promoting GESI within Nigeria’s legislative bureaucracy. It...

House of Representatives

Border communities, youth improvement and plaudits for PWDs |GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeDecember 7, 20244 min

Legislators discussed policies on border communities and youth affairs while showing love to the disability community in the country Consideration for Nigeria’s border communities Rep. Adegboyega Nasir Isiaka (APC, Ogun) moved a motion in the House of Representatives for the provision of palliatives to citizens in Nigeria’s border communities. The motion highlighted the ongoing economic hardship caused by the Nigerian Customs Service’s failure to implement the July 11th 2023 resolution lifting the ban on petroleum...

House of Representatives Senate Spotlight

16 days of activism, surrogacy and special seats bills | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeNovember 30, 20244 min

This week’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker reports on the participation of House of Representatives’ members in 16 days of activism and bills on surrogacy and special seats for women and PWDs. 16 Days of Activism This week started with the 16-day march in solidarity with women to end gender-based violence across the globe. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas (APC, Kaduna), deputy speaker, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu (APC, Abia)...

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