Category: Legislative

Easter: Senate Leader Bamidele preaches Unity, discloses plan for State Police

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has called on Nigerian leaders to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ by promoting peace, justice, and national unity, especially during this Easter season.   In his Easter message on Sunday, Senator Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central Senatorial District, also revealed that the National Assembly is currently developing legal frameworks for the creation of state police as a strategic response to growing insecurity in the country.   “As we celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord, it is exigent…

Barau Jibrin Foundation Shortlists 215 for 2025 Postgraduate Scholarships

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Barau I Jibrin Foundation (BIJF) has shortlisted 215 candidates from across the 44 local government areas of Kano State for its 2025/2026 Domestic Postgraduate Scholarship Programme.   This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin.   The shortlisted candidates are scheduled to participate in a screening and interview exercise from April 20 to 21, 2025, at the School of Continuing Education, Bayero University Kano, located at G/Dutse,…

CBEX Crypto Scam: Reps sympathise with victims, call for urgent action …… Highlight new Anti-Fraud Law

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives has expressed deep concern over the reported collapse of a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment platform, “CBEX,” which has allegedly defrauded thousands of Nigerians of more than ₦1.3 trillion. In an official statement signed by the House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., on Thursday, the House extended heartfelt sympathy to victims of the scheme, many of whom are now facing significant financial hardship and emotional distress. The lawmakers clarified that the platform, which is not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), misleadingly adopted the name “CBEX,”…

Nigeria-Bulgaria bilateral ties strengthened as Reps Committee bids farewell to Ambassador Yanko Yordanov

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives Committee on Nigeria-Bulgaria has hailed the strong and cordial trade relations between Nigeria and Bulgaria, marking a significant moment with the farewell of Bulgaria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Yanko Yordanov. During a farewell meeting held at the National Assembly Complex, Hon. Munachim Ikechi Alozie, Chairman of the Committee, emphasized that Nigeria and Bulgaria have enjoyed a long history of progressive ties. He described Nigeria as the “giant of Africa,” blessed with rich cultural and traditional heritage, and commended Ambassador Yordanov for his remarkable contributions to…

Speaker Abbas to EU: Go Beyond Election Monitoring, Invest More in Africa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has urged the European Union (EU) to expand its engagement with African countries beyond election observation and security support, by investing more in infrastructure, technology, and development initiatives. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Speaker Abbas said Africa needs more robust partnerships that can match the increasing presence of Asian countries on the continent. “With the United States reducing aid under former President Donald Trump’s…

Tinubu Administration committed to IDPs’ welfare, says Deputy Speaker Kalu at UN Forum — Assures Kampala Convention will soon be Domesticated

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to improving the welfare of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) across Nigeria.   Speaking as a panelist during a high-level United Nations special online event to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Guiding Principles on Internally Displaced Persons, Kalu said Nigeria is making concrete efforts toward the domestication of the Kampala Convention.   The Kampala Convention is a landmark African Union treaty that seeks to protect…

Senate, NAHCON strengthen partnership for seamless 2025 Hajj Operations

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja   In preparation for the 2025 Hajj exercise, the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs has pledged close collaboration with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to ensure a smooth and hitch-free pilgrimage for Nigerian Muslims.   The commitment was made on Tuesday during a closed-door meeting held at the National Assembly complex in Abuja between members of the Committee and the leadership of NAHCON. The meeting, which lasted over three hours, was aimed at reviewing the Commission’s readiness and addressing all logistical and operational concerns…

Tinubu Laying Solid Foundation for Nigeria’s Prosperity – Deputy Senate President Barau

Emporium Reporters

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for laying a strong foundation for Nigeria’s long-term prosperity through his administration’s policy direction and development-focused initiatives.   In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau urged Nigerians to rally behind the President in his efforts to address the country’s long-standing socio-economic challenges.   “By May 29, it will be exactly two years since President Tinubu assumed office. Though we are not yet where we desire…

State of Emergency:Reps to inaugurate Ad-Hoc Committee for oversight in Rivers State

Emporium Reporters

The House of Representatives has announced plans to inaugurate an Ad-Hoc Committee on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, to oversee the implementation of the State of Emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.   This followed the National Assembly’s resolution approving, with key amendments, the presidential proclamation declaring a State of Emergency in the state. The House said the move reflected its constitutional obligation and commitment to uphold democratic governance, even during emergency periods.   According to a statement signed by the Spokesman of the House, Rep.…

Senator Victor Umeh Empowers 520 Constituents with Modern Agricultural Inputs to Boost Food Security

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja   In a major stride toward agricultural development and poverty reduction, Senator (Dr.) Victor C. Umeh, representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, has trained and empowered 520 constituents with modern agricultural inputs and equipment.   The empowerment initiative, which took place in the senatorial district, is part of the senator’s broader plan to promote food security and self-sufficiency through sustainable agricultural practices. Senator Umeh, who also chairs the Senate Committee on National Population and National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), was accompanied by former Labour Party presidential candidate,…