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[The Activism Blog] Digital rights Bill has finally passed, but can it really be implemented?
The Digital Rights Bill presented to the House of Representatives in the year 2015 has finally been passed into law by the Federal House of Representatives yesterday December 19, 2017.…
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A lawmaker defects to the APC but PDP members fault his decision
The defection of a member of the House of Representatives, Nnana Raphael Igbokwe, (Ahazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency, Imo) on the floor of the House on Tuesday caused an uproar from…
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Banks still holding N50bn outside TSA – House Committee
The Chairman, House of Representatives ad-hoc Committee on Treasury Single Account (TSA), Hon. Abubakar Nuhu, on Tuesday said the committee discovered that banks are still holding on to public funds…
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Nigerians must stop the NGO Bill before the public hearing – Amnesty International
Amnesty International has asked Nigerians to rise against the proposed law to regulate activities of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), or there will be devastating effects. Antecedent: Despite the opposition the bill…
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Reps seeks reversal of the suspension of SEC DG, Gwarzo
The House of Representatives has decided to probe the suspension of the Director-General of the Kemi Adeosun, Mounir Gwarzo. Why it matters: The Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun suspended Mr Gwarzo over an allegation…
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‘Reps get 20 more cars for oversight functions’
Another set of 20 cars purchased for members of the House of Representatives have arrived at the National Assembly, Punch reports. According to the newspaper, the addition increases all delivered cars…
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The Big 5: Wizkid and Davido win big at MOBO awards, ECOWAS on slave auctions in Libya and, other top stories
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. At the 2017 MOBO Awards, Nigerian singer, Wizkid beat some other big names to win Best International Act, while…
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Reps oppose Buratai’s new language policy
The House of Representatives on Wednesday disapproved the new local language policy proposed by the Nigerian Army. Why it matters: The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai had ordered all…
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I will appear before you if… | Maina gives Reps conditions
Former chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), Abdulrasheed Maina has said he would appear the House of Representatives if he is guaranteed security. Speaking through his counsel Mohammed…
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2018 Budget: ‘No more controversy, padding, or unfounded stories’
Before deliberations on the 2018 Budget begins, the leadership of the House of Representatives has put checks in place to prevent "padding". This was made known by the Chairman, House Committee on…
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[The Injustice Blog] Ken Saro-Wiwa, House of Representatives and its lack of moral courage
Nigeria's National Assembly has been on the receiving end of accusations of incompetence over the years thanks to the many internal and external scandals that members of the assembly have…
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Former pension boss, Maina writes to appear before House of Reps panel
The wanted former chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, Abdulrasheed Maina, has written to appear before a House of Representatives investigative panel. Why it matters: Maina is wanted…
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Reps probe multi-million Naira ‘shady contract’ at Defence Ministry
The House of Representatives has mandated its Committees on Defence, Army and Public Procurement to probe an alleged contract scam running into millions of Naira in the Federal Ministry of…
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The Big 5: Pensioner’s protest march, the concern for Ikoyigate’s whistleblower and, other stories
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. There is a scheduled friendly match between Argentina and Nigeria today in Russia and the Super Eagles, Gernot Coach…
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Reps write EFCC to immediately arrest former pension boss, Maina
The House of Representatives has written the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu to arrest and prosecute the former Chairman of the Pension Reform…
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Reps aim to create 5,000 jobs through establishment of farm settlements
The House of Representatives is targeting 5,000 direct and indirect jobs with the establishment of farm settlements across the country. The Green Chambers is also seeking to raise funding from…
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Reps summon Fashola over alleged violation of 2017 Appropriation Act
The House of Representatives on Wednesday summoned Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola over alleged violation of the 2017 Appropriation Act. The lawmakers queried the Nigerian Bulk Electricity…
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Reps urge FG to provide FRSC officers with arms
The House of Representatives Wednesday, said officials of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) should bear arms in a bid to effectively carry out their responsibilities of saving lives. Highlights:…
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Audu Ogbeh to face probe for exporting yams – Reps
The House of Representatives has mandated its Committees on Agricultural Production and Services and Customs and Excise to investigate the Federal Ministry of Agriculture regarding the exportation of yam - alleging…
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Reps to probe deplorable condition of State House Clinic
The House of Representatives Thursday, mandated its Committee on Healthcare Services to investigate the controversies surrounding the State House Clinic. There have been reports of the deplorable condition of the…
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Reps summon health minister over Monkeypox virus
The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, summoned the Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, over the outbreak of monkeypox in the country. lawmaker from Bayelsa State, Mr. Diri Douye, raised…
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Finally, Reps swear in Mato, Hembe’s replacement
The House of Representatives has sworn-in Dorathy Mato as a replacement for Herman Hembe - to represent Konshisha Federal Constituency of Benue. Background: June 23, Supreme Court sacked him, declaring Mato winner…
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Nigeria at 57: We must blend our differences to achieve our dreams – Dogara
As Nigeria's 57th Independence anniversary is here, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser (Media and Public Affairs), Turaki Hassan, urged…
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[The Activism Blog] Ayo Obe attacks Reps on anti-NGO Bill
Lawyer and human right Activist, Ms Ayo Obe has joined the increasing list of those opposed to the proposed NGO Regulation Bill currently at the committee stage in the House…
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[The Activism Blog] CSOs head to court over NGO Bill
The dust raised by the proposed NGO Regulatory Bill currently at committee stage in Nigeria's House of Representatives is yet to settle. A coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on…
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Customs, DSS bosses to face Reps over illegal inflow of firearms
The Comptroller General of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), Ali Hameed is to appear before the House of Representatives over the spate of illegal inflow of firearms into the country.…
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Thread: Why you must fight the “dangerous” NGO bill
It was Senator Shehu Sani who first blew the horn on the non-governmental organizations bill sponsored by Umar Buba Jibril, deputy majority leader of the house of representatives. Senator Sani…
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Reps have not directed banks to unfreeze Jonathan’s accounts – Gbajabiamila
Majority leader of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila has said the lower chamber has not ordered banks to unblock the accounts of former First Lady, Patience Jonathan. What happened:…
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What about ASUU strike and #NotTooYoungToRun?
by Alexander O. Onukwue The opinion pieces and comments are still rolling on the passage of the Not Too Young To Run Bill by both Houses of the National Assembly.…
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[The Injustice Blog] This is what N6.1bn can do for Nigerians
The recent decision by the House of Representatives to spend N6.1bn n the purchase of utility vehicles has received knocks and condemnations from Nigerians but the this has not deterrent…
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- 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