Category: Legislative

Allow Ubah’s widow to succeed him – Ndume begs senate

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The lawmaker representing Borno South in the national assembly, Senator Ali Ndume has called on the Senate to consider the widow of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah as his replacement for the Anambra South Senatorial District seat. He made the request during a Valedictory session on Tuesday, held in honor of the late senator. Ndume stressed the relevance of preserving Senator Ubah’s legacy and aspirations by entrusting his family with the responsibility of continuing his work. According to Ndume, such a decision would not only honor Ubah’s contributions to the…

To overcome Nigeria’s economic woes, there is need for one shop solution,says Senator Ned Nwoko

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James Isaac, Abuja   For Nigeria to overcome its numerous economic, social and security woes, there is need for one shop solution; this can not be achieved by giving more arms to the security agencies neither by arresting, prosecuting and sending people to various prisons. This is the view expressed by Senator Munir Nwoko, Delta North during a media parley to critically examine five (5) of his bills which are meant to uplift the dignity and humanity of Nigerians which held at Sport Complex,Royal Court Villa, Life Camp, Abuja, on…

SEC seeks Senate Committee support for passage of Investments and Securities Bill 2023

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Securities And Exchange Commission SEC has urged members of the Senate Committee on Capital market to be on same page with other stakeholders for the passage and enactment of Investment and Securities Bill 2023 by the Nigeria’s Senate.   SEC argued that the Investments and Securities Bill 2023 currently enjoying the overwhelming support of stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market, said there was a collective resolve in the capital market community to work together towards the enactment of the Bill during the life of the 10th National Assembly. SEC…

House Committee on Diaspora celebrates NIDCOM At 5

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora Affairs, led by its Chairman, Hon. Tochukwu Chinedu Okere, has commended the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for its exceptional achievements since its establishment five years ago.   Hon. Okere gave this commendation during the oversight visit to the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission in Abuja.   Hon. Okere noted the efforts of Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, described them as pivotal in fostering Diaspora engagement.   “The Commission has made impressive strides, and as we look toward 2025, the Committee is…

Economic Reform: Senate Committee meets Finance Minister, others …. FG commends Nigerians’ patience and resilience amid challenges

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senate Committee on Finance yesterday in an interactive session met with the Nigeria’s Economic Team led by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun at National Assembly the ongoing economic reform of President Bola Tinubu. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of the Senate Committee, Senator Sani Musa, said the interactive session was a fact-finding mission aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the ongoing reforms. He said “Today, we gather to discuss pressing issues related to the sale of crude oil to domestic…

JUST IN: National Assembly Service Commission appoints Kamoru Ogunlana as Clerk to the National Assembly …… Approves Retirement of Tambuwal.

Abubakar Yusuf

The National Assembly Service Commission NASC has approved the appointment of Barrister Kamoru Ogunlana as the substantive Clerk to the National Assembly CNA.   This is even as the commission approved the retirement of Mr Sani Magaji Tambawal, the outgoing Clerk to the National Assembly CNA.   This was contained in a statement released by the NASC Deputy Director, information, Emmanuel Onyigor on Wednesday.   An appointment letter personally signed by the Chairman, National Assembly Service Commission NASC, Engr Ahmed Kadi Amshi read in parts ;   The National Assembly…

Senator Abba Moro Mourns Late Chief Of Army Staff, says He was A Gallant Officer

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Comrade Abba Patrick Moro on behalf of the senate minority caucus,has mourned the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoheed Lagbaja.   Lagbaja died on Wednesday after a brief illness.   Senator Moro described the late COAS as a gallant and successful officer who gave his all to the country and died in active service.   The Senate Minority Leader said Gen. Lagbaja’s time as Chief of Army Staff saw a great push against terrorism,…

Reps Spokesperson, Akintunde Rotimi holds 2- Day Training to empower 40 Community Leaders, 500 Constituents

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Member representing Ekiti North, Ikole/ Oye Federal Constituency and House of Representatives Spokesman, Rt Honourable Akintunde Rotimi Jnr has embarked on training, and empowerment through grants of 40 Community leaders and 500 constituents in Ekiti State. The two day program which commenced on Sunday , 3rd November and 4th of November ,2024. In collaboration with the National Productivity Centre NPC, Rotimi Jnr trained participants on Capacity Building/ cum stakeholders engagement will highlight the “Economic Skills and Empowerment for participants on the role of Grassroot Stakeholders in Community Security, Maintenance Culture,…

Deputy Senate President,Barau mourns, as his Police Driver dies in Road Accident

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has mourned the death of one of his drivers, Corporal Barde Nuhu, who died in an accident while on his way to visit his family in Niger State.   Barde died on Saturday in a car accident while travelling to Shata village in Bosso Local Government Area of Niger State.   Senator Barau, in a statement by his media aide, Ismail Mudashir, said the late driver was a dedicated and committed police officer who discharged his duties diligently to the…

Court grants Reps member ,Alex Ikwechegh N500,000 bail over assault of Bolt driver

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A magistrate court in Kuje, Abuja, has granted a N500,000 bail to Alex Ikwechegh, a member of the House of Representatives.   Ikwechegh was arraigned for allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, outside his Abuja residence.   In a viral video, Ikwechegh is seen in a heated exchange with the driver whom he accused of disrespect for asking him to approach the car to receive his package.   The incident, which occurred on October 27 in the Maitama district of Abuja, sparked outrage on social media.   At the…