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N’Assembly to remove certain functions from exclusive list – Ekweremadu
The National Assembly has began the process of amending the 1999 constitution, which will ensure more power devolved to the states. Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu spoke with journalists at…
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Senate approves law school, NYSC for NOUN graduates
The Senate on Thursday approved the participation of graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme and the Law School. The…
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Reps seek to remove president’s power to appoint EFCC chairman
The House of Representatives on Wednesday started the process to amend the EFCC Act, 2004. Four consolidated bills seeking to further empower the commission, passed second reading at a session…
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BREAKING: Senate amends CCT Act
The Senate on Thursday amended the Code of Conduct Act 2016. TheThe House of Representatives had earlier made some amendments, the upper chamber on Thursday passed the bill. The senate…
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House of Reps (quietly) amends Code Of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act
The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, passed an amendment of the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act. A few weeks ago, the Senate was considering the bill, however, this…
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‘Fresh facts’ discovered in Orubebe’s bribery trial
The trial of the former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godsday Orubebe, at the Code of Conduct Tribunal, has been pushed forward till January 27, over the discovery of fresh facts…
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Lawmakers urged to amend sections of the Petroleum Industry Bill
by Jewel Stephen A release by the Social Development Integrated Centre In view of the decision made by the Nigerian House of Representatives to commence consideration of the Petroleum Industry…
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Opinion: Nigerian legislators are cats with nine lives
by Josef Omorotionmwan When it comes to playing to the gallery, the House of Representatives is certainly smarter than the Senate. This is what the much-touted idea of autonomy for…
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Single tenure: Jonathan, governors may drop second term ambition
by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan and some governors may have to forfeit their second term ambitions if the recommendation of thee Senate Committee on Review of the Constitution is adopted.…
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Reports: New constitution scheduled for April 2013 – Reps
by Chi Ibe The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of its Constitution Review Committee, Emeka Ihedioha, announced in Abuja yesterday that a new constitution for the…
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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