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Strengthening social protection through the NSITF | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeOctober 27, 20253 min

In this Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker, we highlight the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund Act (Amendment) Bill that passed second reading in the Senate. Sponsored by Sen. Oluwole Cyril (APC, Ekiti), the bill seeks to strengthen Nigeria’s social protection system by providing compensation for death, injury, disease, or disability arising from work-related activities. In essence, it is a more comprehensive social security framework for Nigerian workers, one that recognizes the human cost...

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Senate approves life imprisonment for defilement of minors

Leah TwakiOctober 22, 20254 min

The Senate has approved stiffer punishment of life imprisonment without an option of fine for anyone convicted of defiling a minor The Senate on Tuesday approved life imprisonment without an option of fine for anyone convicted of defiling a minor, as part of sweeping amendments to the Criminal Code Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The red chamber said the stiffer penalty was necessary to deter offenders and safeguard children from sexual abuse, describing the act as...

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Senate confirms Amupitan as INEC Chairman

Leah TwakiOctober 17, 20257 min

The new INEC chaiman, Amupitan, vows to restore integrity, and ensure elections where losers congratulate winners Professor Joash Amupitan, the newly confirmed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has pledged to restore integrity and public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process, assuring that elections under his leadership will be so credible that “the loser will congratulate the winner.” Amupitan, a professor of Law, was confirmed by the Senate through a voice vote after about...

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House swears female rep, Senate two new senators

Leah TwakiOctober 9, 20252 min

The House of Representatives has sworn in Elegbeji as the new member representing Ikenne/Shagamu/Remo federal constituency of Ogun state The House of Representatives on Thursday swore in Rep. Adesola Elegbeji as the new member representing Ikenne/Shagamu/Remo Federal Constituency of Ogun State. Elegbeji, who emerged winner of the August by-election, replaced the late Rep. Adewunmi Onanuga, who passed away after a prolonged illness. The oath of office was administered by the Clerk of the House during...

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Tinubu seeks NASS approval for $2.3bn external borrowing, $500m Sovereign Sukuk

Leah TwakiOctober 8, 20254 min

President Tinubu wants the National Assembly to approve a total of $2.347 billion in external capital to finance part of the 2025 budget deficit, refinance maturing Eurobonds, and issue debut sovereign Sukuk in the international capital market President Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking its approval to raise a total of $2.347 billion in external borrowings to finance part of the 2025 budget deficit, refinance maturing Eurobonds, and issue Nigeria’s first-ever...

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Senate stirs as Natasha resumes after 6-month suspension

Timileyin OkunlolaSeptember 27, 20253 min

This week, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, resumed office after serving a six-month suspension. What should have been a quiet return, however, erupted in controversy as her supporters and constituents, who had gathered at the National Assembly gate to welcome her back, were denied entry and tear-gassed by security operatives. Speaking after resumption, Senator Natasha (PDP, Kogi central) criticised the lack of formal communication from the senate leadership regarding the reopening of her office. “I have not...

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Will GESI Bills Survive the Political Calendar? | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeSeptember 23, 20254 min

This episode of the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) tracker edition focuses on a critical question: will key GESI bills survive as lawmakers shift toward the political calendar? Introduction As lawmakers resume legislative activities after their annual recess, attention is turning to the fate of key bills that have the potential to reshape Nigeria’s democratic inclusiveness. Among these are the long-debated Sexual Harassment Bill (which was introduced in the 8th and 9th assemblies) and...

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ICONS: Masari, Enang, Goje, Madori celebrate prestigious recognition

Leah TwakiSeptember 23, 20254 min

Masari, Enang, Goje, Madori excited on their nomination as ICONS of the Fourth Republic Acceptance messages have continued to pour in from nominees for the ICONS of the Fourth Republic, with former Speaker of the House of Representatives and ex-governor of Katsina state, Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, among the latest to express delight over his selection. The Initiative for Celebrating Outstanding National Statespersons (ICONS) of the Fourth Republic is a legacy-driven programme conceived to...

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FLEX: Meet the 21 senators with executive experience

Leah TwakiJuly 17, 202514 min

These 21 senators have hitherto occupied roles in the executive branch of government, thereby making them ICONS candidates In the 10th National Assembly, a significant number of former Nigerian governors have transitioned to legislative roles, particularly in the Senate. While some observers suggest that this trend stems from a desire to maintain political influence after completing their constitutionally limited terms in the executive arm, OrderPaper, through its Facility for Legislative Executive Exchange (FLEX), notes a...

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Oil and gas hospital and the Kampala convention | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeJuly 17, 20255 min

In this gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) tracker, a federal oil and gas hospital bill and another on the domestication of the Kampala convention, receive attention in terms of marginalized and vulnerable populations. Federal Oil and Gas Hospital Bill In the Senate, Sen. Joel Onowakpo Thomas (APC, Delta) sponsored a bill that proposes the establishment of a Federal Oil and Gas Hospital in Benikrukru, Delta State, a region heavily impacted by oil exploration and...

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