House of Representatives
President Bola Tinubu has called on the House of Representatives to grant concurrent approval to the Federal Government for the refund of N24 billion to Nasarawa and Kebbi states. This reimbursement is for the takeover of airports constructed by the states. The request was conveyed in a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House, […]
The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to conduct further public enlightenment on the Cyber Crimes Act and the implementation of the 0.05 per cent levy. This comes amidst misconceptions that the levy is to be charged to individuals. The […]
In a recent development, the House of Representatives has instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to retract the circular mandating banks to impose a 0.5 per cent cybersecurity levy on all electronic transactions within the country, according to The Nation. The motion, addressing the pressing need to pause and adjust the implementation of the […]
In a significant development, the House of Representatives has announced its decision to launch an investigation into the procurement process of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project. This decision came following the adoption of a motion of urgent national importance presented by Austine Achado (APC, Benue) during Thursday’s plenary session. Achado underscored concerns regarding the lack […]
In a significant development, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has voiced opposition to the establishment of state police as a solution to Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges. Egbetokun’s stance was made clear during a national dialogue on state police organized by the House of Representatives in Abuja on Monday. Despite previous agreements between President […]
In a significant development, the House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at enhancing the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits of judicial office holders across Nigeria. The bill, which received approval, entails substantial increases in monthly packages for various judicial positions. According to the bill, the Chief Justice of Nigeria is set to receive […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned the Students Loans Bill to the House of Representatives for further consideration, signalling a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to enhance access to higher education. During Thursday’s plenary, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas disclosed that the president’s letter, urging “expeditious consideration” of his request, had been received. This move comes […]
The House of Representatives has taken action to address the alarming surge in cement prices across the country, resolving to summon major cement manufacturers, including Dangote Cement and BUA Cement. This decision follows a motion presented by lawmaker Jonathan Gaza, highlighting the drastic increase in the price of cement, which has doubled to N10,000 per […]
In a motion put forward by lawmaker Isiaka Ibrahim from Ogun State, the House resolved to investigate the current status of the e-naira on the global cryptocurrency platform. The investigation will encompass the costs incurred, processes undertaken, and statutory compliance in the creation of the digital currency. Furthermore, the House Committee on National Security and […]
Nigerian lawmakers have decided to shelve a proposed bill aimed at elevating the educational prerequisites for key political positions within the country. The bill, introduced by Adewunmi Onanuga and presented in the House of Representatives, sought to establish a minimum educational qualification for individuals vying for governorship, presidency, and other critical elective offices in Nigeria. […]
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