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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Climate change gets 10 of 475 bills sponsored in senate

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 17, 20242 min

The inaugural year of the 10th Senate saw 10 bills introduced to address climate change amid the environmental crisis plaguing the country In the face of an unprecedented climate crisis characterized by rising temperatures, desertification, drought, flooding, and coastal erosion, only 10 climate-related bills were introduced in the first year of the 10th Senate. Such a limited legislative response is deeply concerning, particularly as Nigeria grapples with escalated climate impacts that displace communities, jeopardize agriculture,...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Most of 93 education bills in senate seek new schools

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 17, 20242 min

In the first year of the 10th Senate, 93 education-related bills were introduced, the highest sectorial legislative drafts which is however largely tilted towards creating institutions. Most of the 93 education-related bills introduced in the first year of the 10th senate were establishment proposals focused on setting up new institutions, colleges, and universities. While the some focused on free universal basic education, and tertiary education trust funds – these bills fail to address the systemic...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 8 of 24 Kano Reps sponsor no bill in one year

Leah TwakiSeptember 17, 202426 min

While six bills by Kano lawmakers have been passed, eight lawmakers from the state sponsor no bill in one of the 10th National Assembly The performance of lawmakers from Kano State in the 10th National Assembly offers a glimpse into their legislative activity, particularly in terms of bill sponsorship. A review of the past year reveals that the 27 lawmakers representing Kano across both chambers contributed significantly to the legislative process. Out of 1,650 bills...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 13 anti-corruption bills sponsored in senate

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 16, 20242 min

Corruption remains a fundamental obstacle to Nigeria’s economic growth and governance yet only 13 bills were introduced in the 10th Senate to address it. Despite ongoing challenges to combat corruption as a pervasive issue, the legislative output from the 10th Senate during its inaugural year raises concerns. With Nigeria ranked 145th out of 180 countries on Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI), the introduction of only 13 anti-corruption bills is a concerning assessment of how...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Osun ranking rep rakes 21 bills in one year

Elizabeth AtimeSeptember 16, 20243 min

12 Osun lawmakers sponsored 47 bills representing 2.84 percent of the total number from the Senate and House of Representatives Aside from oversight and representation, the core function of a legislator is lawmaking. Members of the 10th Senate and House of Representatives processed a total number of 1,650 bills in one year. Out of which, lawmakers representing Osun state account for 47 bills representing 2.84 percent of the tally. However, 75 percent of these bills...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 54 senate bills in 1st year focused on health

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 16, 20242 min

In its first year, the 10th Senate introduced only 54 bills aimed at addressing challenges in the health sector. Nigeria’s healthcare system is in dire crisis, exacerbated by the exodus of health practitioners seeking better opportunities abroad—a phenomenon known as ‘japa.’ Despite the introduction of 54 health-related bills, these efforts are far yet to yield significant improvements in healthcare delivery, which is particularly alarming given the sector’s chronic neglect, underfunding, and infrastructural deficits that leave...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Security sector gets 5.4 percent of senate bills

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 16, 20242 min

Nigeria is presently facing significant security challenges, including terrorism, kidnapping, and various forms of violence that jeopardize the societal framework. Out of a total of 475 bills introduced in the senate within the period, June 2023 and May 2024, only 26 are specifically dedicated to addressing security concerns in the country. The nation is no stranger to security threats, ranging from insurgency in the north-east and banditry in the north-west to separatist movements in the...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 6 Adamawa newbies sponsor no bill in 1 year

Sharon EboesomiSeptember 16, 20244 min

Six newbies in the House of Representatives from Adamawa state did not sponsor a bill in the first year of the 10th national assembly Since the inauguration of the 10th assembly in June 2023, there seems to be a mixed impression on the performance of new lawmakers in the terms of carrying out their legislative duties effectively. Without any doubt, parliamentary experiences play a huge role in the ability of lawmakers to perform efficiently,...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Young, newbie reps sponsor mostly stagnant bills from Kwara

Leah TwakiSeptember 16, 20243 min

The youngest and newbie reps from Kwara state sponsored mostly stagnant bill in the first year of the 10th National Assembly The call for more youth representation in parliament has gained momentum, as young people seek to have a direct say in policies that affect their lives and the future of the country. With over 60% of Nigeria’s population under the age of 30, it is clear that the youth play a crucial role in...

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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 10 of 19 Kaduna lawmakers sponsor no bill in 1 year

Leah TwakiSeptember 14, 202415 min

Abbas recorded the highest number of bills, while 10 out of 19 Kaduna State representatives failed to sponsor any bill in the first year of the 10th National Assembly It is no news that lawmakers are expected to carry out their core responsibilities of representation, lawmaking, and oversight. However several of them default in one of the critical aspect- lawmaking. On this score, ten of the nineteen members of the national assembly from Kaduna State...

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