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NEITI launches research on energy transition

Timileyin OkunlolaNovember 30, 20244 min

Energy transition is increasingly at the forefront of national discussions in Nigeria, with many perspectives contributing to the dialogue The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has officially launched a research initiative focused on the impacts of energy transition on Nigeria’s economy. This launch took place during a workshop in Abuja, where key stakeholders, experts, and policymakers gathered to discuss the study’s focus, approach, and methodology. This collaborative effort aims to refine the research framework...

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OrderPaper commended for excellent delivery of USAID project

Abdullahi A BalogunNovember 27, 20244 min

OrderPaper Advocacy Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding performance and unwavering commitment to promoting fiscal transparency and accountability reforms on the USAID project. OrderPaper was specifically commended for excellent delivery of the Growth Initiatives for Fiscal Transparency (GIFT) project, an activity under the Strengthening Civil Advocacy and Local Engagement (SCALE) project implemented by Palladium International and funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). In a letter addressed to Oke Epia,...

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Tracking Transparency: The Importance of NEITI’s Audits for Nigerians

Timileyin OkunlolaNovember 25, 20246 min

Decades after discovering oil, many Nigerians still question the benefits of this abundant natural resource as they endure long queues at fuel stations and face daily challenges. The answer to this ancient challenge lies in the mismanagement of oil revenues, which has deprived citizens of their rightful benefits. To address these pressing issues, the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) was established to promote accountability and transparency within the extractive sector. By implementing rigorous audits...

House of Representatives Senate Spotlight

OrderPaper not celebrated enough, says House of Reps spokesman

Timileyin OkunlolaOctober 23, 20243 min

Stakeholders within the legislative space have lauded OrderPaper for its impactful reporting and incisive analysis on parliamentary processes in Nigeria. The spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jnr, (APC, Ekiti) has praised OrderPaper for its detailed, precise and accurate reporting within the Nigerian legislative space. He made this recognition at virtual conversation hosted by OrderPaper to commemorate the Global Legislative Openness Week (GLOW) 2024 tagged Legislative Accountability 101: Let’s talk 10th...

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Sexual harassment bill bounces back | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeOctober 19, 20244 min

This week’s Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker focuses on the issues of sexual harassment in tertiary institutions. The Motion In the House of Representatives, Rep. Francis Ejiroghene Waive (APC, Delta) moved a motion for the reconsideration of the bill for an act to prevent, prohibit, and redress sexual harassment of students in tertiary educational institutions. Notably, this bill had previously gone through both the 8th and 9th assemblies before resurfacing in the 10th. Rep....

House of Representatives Senate Spotlight

Displaced persons, disability access, and girl-child spotlight | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeOctober 14, 20243 min

This week’s Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker highlights key issues such as resettlement of displaced Abuja residents, accessibility for persons with disabilities, and protection of the girl-child. Resettlement and integration of displaced Abuja inhabitants In the House of Representatives, Rep. Ishaya David Lalu (APC, Plateau) introduced a bill concerning the resettlement and integration of displaced original inhabitants of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This bill is on needs and rights of these marginalized...

Senate Spotlight

OKPEBHOLO: 10 things to know about next governor of Edo state | Profile

Sharon EboesomiSeptember 25, 20243 min

A detailed analysis by OrderPaper on the performance of lawmakers between June 2023 and May 2024 shows that Okpebholo sponsored only one bill in the 10th Senate. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, 22 September, 2024, declared Senator Monday Okpebholo (APC, Edo Central) winner of the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday. The governor-elect of Edo State, Okpebholo, received 291,667 votes from eleven of the state’s eighteen Local Government Areas (LGAs). The...

National Assembly Politics Spotlight

Will women get priority in filling vacant NASS seats? | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 10, 20243 min

The unfortunate death of members of the National Assembly in recent times prompts discussions about prioritising women representation in parliament In the first year of the 10th National Assembly, the legislature has lost one senator (Ifeanyi Ubah) and four members of the House of Representatives (Musililudeen Akinremi; Isa Dogonyaro; Ekene Adams, and Abulkadir Danbuga). While these unfortunate events are somber reminder of life’s fragility, they also open critical dialogue about Gender Equality and Social Inclusion...

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OBITUARY: 10 things to know about late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah

Sharon EboesomiJuly 27, 20243 min

In September 2022, gunmen ambushed Senator Ubah’s convoy in Enugwu-Ukwu, Anambra State, while he was travelling to Nnewi. At least five people were killed, including two police officers. Ubah had survived because the car he was travelling in was bulletproof. Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, the Senator representing Anambra South under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) died on Friday, July 26, 2024 in London. The business mogul and politician had departed Nigeria for the...

National Assembly Politics Spotlight

FLEX: Ezekwesili, Olorunyomi, Olukoshi, others, commend OrderPaper

NewsroomJuly 15, 20245 min

OrderPaper’s signature policy review on the transition of politicians from the legislature to the executive (FLEX) gets positive reviews Commendations have continued to pour in for OrderPaper Nigeria over the release of its expository work on the significance and impact of the transition of political actors from the legislature to the executive (FLEX) on democracy and public service delivery in the country. Former minister of education and founder of the School of Politics, Policy and...

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