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MTN, Airtel are among telcos that have continued to evade invitations by the House of Representatives Committee. They have been given last warning or face sanction The House of Representatives Committee on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has threatened to invoke sanctions on MTN, Airtel and other telecommuncation companies (telcos) operating in the country. The reason is that the companies have declined to honour several  invitations extended by the commitee. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Obiageli...

The House of Representatives issued an official statement to confirm the death of a Nigeria Customs Service official during a hearing on Tuesday  A senior official of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Andrew Essien, died on Tuesday after collapsing while being questioned by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts. The engagements which occurred around 1.00pm when the customs officer was fielding questions from members of the committee when he coughed and slumped. Despite...

The 10th House of Representatives has maintained some steadiness in its first year although pockets of controversies were inevitable   The 10th House of Representatives, inaugurated on June 13, 2023, kicked off with election of presiding officers. Rep. Tajudeen Abbas (APC Kaduna) and Rep. Benjamin Kalu (APC Abia) emerged as the Speaker and Deputy Speaker respectively. Few weeks later principal officers were announced to complete the body of leadership, followed by the appointment of 134...

The House of Representatives is set to resume its second session of the 10th Assembly and hold the inaugural legislative week   Barring last minute changes, the House of Representatives has announced the resumption of its second session of the 10th National Assembly on Thursday, June 27, 2024. This was contained in a statement by the Spokesman of the House, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr. (APC Ekiti). Rotimi stated that the development was communicated to Honourable...

Osun residents beat House of Reps member for failing to fulfil his campaign promises In a startling turn of events, residents of Osun State took matters into their own hands as they assaulted a member of the House of Representatives for allegedly failing to fulfil campaign promises. The House of Representatives member representing the Ifelodun/Boripe/Odo-Otin federal constituency of Osun State, Rep Olusoji Adetunji, visited Ada – his home town ahead of the Sallah festivities when...

Ogene has commended Speaker Abbas’ one year in office, saying his leadership style is characterized by inclusivity, transparency, and a commitment to democratic principles The Chairman House Committee on Renewable Energy Rep. Afam Victor Ogene (LP, Anambra ), has praised the Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Tajudeen Abbas for his inclusive and candid leadership on the occasion of his first anniversary in office. In a statement, Rep. Ogene highlighted the significance of Rep....

Reps beg Nass leadership to intervene in the ongoing crisis at the Plateau state House of Assembly The House of Representatives has called on the leadership of the National Assembly to immediately intervene and ensure that the remaining Members Elect of the Plateau State House of Assembly are sworn for the purpose of equity, fairness and justice. This resolution was sequel to a motion of urgent national importance brought by former deputy speaker Rep. Idris...

The House of Representatives has mandated the Ministry of Women Affairs to create a department to train women in politics. The House of Representatives has made a significant move to address the underrepresentation of women in Nigerian politics by calling for targeted training and support for women in politics. In a resolution passed following a motion titled “Need to Provide Training and Support for Women in Politics,” sponsored by Rep. Blessing Chigeru Amadi (PDP Rivers),...