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The imperative of passing the early voting and diaspora voting bills

Op-ed EditorMarch 17, 202515 min

As citizens become increasingly engaged with the global and technological landscape, it is imperative that the National Assembly passes laws enabling both early voting and diaspora voting. By Anthony Ubani In a dynamic and rapidly changing world, the principles of democracy must evolve to meet the needs of all citizens, wherever they may be. In Nigeria, two crucial reforms—early voting and diaspora voting—are long overdue, with the potential to significantly enhance electoral participation, inclusivity, and...

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Tax Reforms: Examining the controversial bills

Op-ed EditorFebruary 18, 202510 min

Nigeria’s proposed tax reform bill has ignited fierce debate, with supporters hailing it as a necessary step to modernise an outdated system and boost revenue, while critics warn of economic strain and regional inequality. By Michael Olaogun As the year 2024 was drawing to a close, Nigeria’s political climate was engulfed with conversations and counter conversations on the proposed tax reform bills that are currently being considered by the Nigerian National Assembly. The imbroglio continues...

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Oke Epia appointed to global parliamentary group

Joy EruraneDecember 22, 20243 min

Epia joins an elite assembly of parliamentary officials, academics, and civil society leaders from several countries. The International Parliament Engagement Network (IPEN) has announced the appointment of Oke Epia, founder/executive director of OrderPaper Nigeria, into an international advisory group to support the development of essential resources to enhance public engagement within parliaments globally. Epia joins an elite assembly of parliamentary officials, academics, and civil society leaders from countries such as Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia,...

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REMTRACK: A tool for public accountability in Nigeria’s oil, gas and mining reforms

Op-ed EditorDecember 18, 202413 min

For over five decades, Nigeria has relied on its oil and gas sector for its major foreign exchange and revenue earnings. Environmental degradation, loss of livelihoods, strange diseases, lack of portable water etc unfortunately instead became the lot of the citizens in the host communities who wondered what went wrong in the midst of so much prospects, hopes and now, dashed dreams. Since the discovery of Oil in 1956, Nigeria has not transmuted to the...

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HallowMace, NILDS Hold Discussion on CNG Transition

Timileyin OkunlolaDecember 1, 20247 min

The transition to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) has become a focal point of discussion across various sectors in Nigeria. This evolving agenda has sparked diverse debates regarding its benefits and challenges, leading to speculation about what is truly at stake. In an effort to contribute to this important dialogue, the HallowMace Foundation Africa, in collaboration with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), organized the 6th edition of its National Legislative Conference....

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The 2024 US Presidential elections: Lessons from an outsider | OPINION

Op-ed EditorNovember 25, 20249 min

Laz Apir in this opinion piece shares perspectives on the presidential election and imminent second coming of Donald Trump as president of the US Trump’s entire campaign was built and hotly running against incumbent President Joe Biden up until July 2024 when like Trump, the world woke up to the news that President Biden would no longer be running for a second term due to inability to function optimally as a result of his old...

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FULL TEXT: Atiku’s proposal on rotational presidency

Sharon EboesomiOctober 7, 20241 min

In a memo to the senate committee on constitutional review, former vice president Atiku Abubakar has advocated for amendments to Nigeria’s constitution. See memo below. READ MORE: Minister summoned as Atiku writes senators | SENATE GIST TODAY

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Bobrisky claim: CASER asks ICPC to take over investigation

Leah TwakiOctober 1, 20246 min

CASER has petitioned the ICPC to take over and investigate the claims contained in the viral audio recording of bribery and corruption allegations involving EFCC, NCoS and Bobrisky Frank Tietie, Executive Director, Citizens Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER), has stated that the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) is the appropriate body to investigate serious bribery and corruption allegations involving officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and...

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Otive lists impacts, opportunities and challenges of CSOs in Nigeria

Leah TwakiOctober 1, 20247 min

Igbuzor, the Executive Director of Centre LSD, has described CSOs as agents of change in Nigeria, noting their contributions to achieving independence and campaigning against military rule that led to transition to civil rule in 1999 The Founding Executive Director of the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy & Development (Centre LSD), Otive Igbuzor, has emphasized the critical role Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have played as agents of change in Nigeria, particularly in fostering democracy,...

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National Assembly: Donate your September salaries to Borno flood victims

NewsroomSeptember 17, 20245 min

In this oped, Citizen Sale Yanguruza calls on members of the national assembly to donate their September salaries to victims of the Borno flood disaster The devastating flood situation in Maiduguri continues to worsen and blemishing the welfare of millions of residents, leaving them hopeless and desperate. The crisis necessitates immediate attention and action from diverse stakeholders, including; political leaders, religious leaders, and the three arms of government to mitigate the hardships faced by the...

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