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Recommendations by South West Governors are compelling evidence of how Nigeria could truly work
The Nigerian federation is at a critical juncture where virtually every citizen agrees that the national political setup needs to change before the progress citizens aspire to see can happen;…
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Why are Nigerians protesting the NCDC bill? Take a look for yourself
If no-holds-barred criticism is what makes a great government, the Federal Republic of Nigeria may very well lead in global best leadership. Unfortunately it is not, and far from leading…
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The Late 5: Nigerian Senate to amend Constitution to allow for state, community police; Oprah Winfrey says running for president would kill her and other top stories
These are the stories that drove conversation today. The National Programme Coordinator of the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT), Temitope Sinkaye, has disclosed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the Federal Government…
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Simon Kolawole: 1999 Constitution as “enemy of progress”
by Simon Kolawole With the campaign for #BringBack1963Constitution gaining momentum, how many Nigerians have bothered to read the document? Never mind. In Nigeria, it doesn’t matter. Just repeat what…
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Simon Kolawole: This thing called 1999 Constitution
by Simon Kolawole The most evil document in circulation in the world today, I am told, is the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (amended or not). It…
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This Senate is the worst in history – Sagay
Prof. Itse Sagay (SAN), says the 8th Senate is the worst in the history of Nigeria, adding that they will all be kicked out come 2019. According to Punch, Sagay…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. House Of Reps Passes #NotTooYoungToRun Bill Just like the Nigerian Senate, the House of Representatives has passed the Bill that…
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House of Reps passes #NotTooYoungToRun Bill
Just like the Nigerian Senate, the House of Representatives has passed the Bill that reduces the age for election as President. The bill seeks to alter Sections 65, 106, 131,…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. Nigeria May Stay Longer In Recession – Emefiele Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, says Nigeria may…
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1999 Constitution review: Immunity for lawmakers, restriction of tenure of Presidents and Governors, 31 others (DETAILS)
The Senate had received a 33-item report on the fourth review of the 1999 constitution of Nigeria on Tuesday. Wednesday, July 26, therefore, the Senate considered and voted for the…
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1999 constitution is Nigeria’s greatest misadventure – Bisi Akande
Former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bisi Akande has said the 1999 constitution is Nigeria's "greatest misadventure." The APC chieftain said this on Tuesday while speaking at the…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. 1999 CONSTITUTION: SENATE CONSIDERS 35 YEARS AGE QUALIFICATION FOR PRESIDENT, 32 OTHER AMENDMENTS The Senate has received the 33-item report…
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1999 constitution: Senate considers 35 years age qualification for President, 32 other amendments
The Senate has received the 33-item report on the fourth review of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria. The report tabled at the Red Chambers proposes amendments which include reducing the…
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Vacate order on Dino Melaye’s recall, INEC urges court
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday asked the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to set aside an earlier order, suspending the recall of Senator Dino Melaye, NAN reports.…
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Gov Ambode faults revenue sharing formular
The Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode, has called for the review of the 1999 constitution, as he faulted the sharing formular between states and federal government. According to Punch, he…
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1999 constitution cause of recession not Buhari – Bisi Akande
by Omoleye Omoruyi Former Osun State governor, Chief Bisi Akande, has blamed the current economic recession and poverty in Nigeria on the failure of the 1999 Nigerian constitution. Speaking in…
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Opinion: A case for the devolution of power to Nigeria’s federating units
by Ugochukwu Amasike Recently a bill seeking to grant states control over mineral resources within their domain passed the second reading in the House of Representatives. The bill titled “A…
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House of Reps vote to remove immunity clause for President and Governors, but what does it mean?
by Kolapo Olapoju Members of the House of Representatives have endorsed new amendments to the 1999 Constitution, one of which was the removal of the immunity clause for the President,…
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Opinion: 5 reasons why striking oil in the North may remain a mirage
by Zainab Suleiman Okino In a nutshell, striking oil in the North is becoming a mirage and a political tool in the hands of politicians to toy with. The North…
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Opinion: National Industrial Court and Judicial Absolutism in Nigeria
by Jiti Ogunye As can be seen from the items under its “exclusive judicial list“, the NIC has now gravitated from being a court of resolution of trade, labour or…
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Okey Ikechukwu: Why not share resources in Nigeria according to ‘ekiti mass’?
by Okey Ikechukwu If the United Nations (UN) wants the state with the highest number of carrying ‘ekiti’ prefixed towns to have 30% of all global support for a sustained…
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Opinion: Our 1999 constitution is absurd, slacking and desultory
by Eric Teniola Except for them to queue and vote every four years, the 1999 constitution has no role for the people. It is not fully representative. Since 1966, Nigeria has…
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Enyinnaya Abaribe: The Senate did not vote on marriage age
by Enyinnaya Abaribe At no time was marriage as a section of the constitution discussed or voted for. The Senate last week voted on the report of its constitutional review…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy