Category: Legislative

Tinubu presents 2025 Appropriation Bills,Senate President Akpabio hails Leadership Achievements

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a historic session of the National Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, today presented the 2025 Appropriation Bills to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives. The presentation, held in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly, was marked by a rousing welcome address from the Senate President, His Excellency Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio. Describing the event as a “call to unity and progress,” Senator Akpabio lauded President Tinubu’s leadership, emphasized his administration’s transformative economic policies and achievements. He highlighted significant milestones, including the removal of fuel…

Senate moves to ban Use of Dollars, Foreign Currencies in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A bill seeking to prohibit the use of foreign currencies for financial transactions within Nigeria has passed its first reading in the Senate.   The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, No. 7, to Prohibit the Use of Foreign Currencies for Remuneration and Other Related Matters,” was sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation.   Senator Nwoko emphasized that t legislation aime to promote the exclusive use of the Naira for all domestic…

CAF Awards: Senate President Akpabio Celebrates Lookman, Nnadozie, Super Falcons

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Nigeria’s football stars, Ademola Lookman and Chiamaka Nnadozie, as well as the Super Falcons, for their outstanding achievements at the CAF Awards.   In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Senator Akpabio hailed Lookman, the Atalanta forward and Super Eagles’ goal poacher, for clinching the prestigious CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award.   The Senate President described Lookman’s victory as a recognition of his dedication and exceptional talent.   “I wish to congratulate…

DSP Barau reaffirms National Assembly’s Commitment to Oversight at Senator Ajimobi Roundtable

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s unwavering commitment to legislative oversight, described it as the fundamental pillar of democratic governance. Speaking at the 7th Annual Senator Abiola Ajimobi Roundtable and the 75th posthumous birthday celebration of the late Oyo State governor, held at the University of Ibadan on Monday, Senator Jibrin emphasized that oversight ensures accountability, transparency, and checks and balances in government. The roundtable, organized by the Senator Abiola Ajimobi Foundation (SAAF) in partnership with the Institute for Peace and…

Senate advocates collaboration with PSC to address security challenges

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By James Isaac     The Senate Committee on Police Affairs, led by its Chairman, Senator Abdulhamid Mallam-Madori (Jigawa North East), has called for enhanced cooperation between the Senate and the Police Service Commission (PSC) to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges effectively. This was highlighted during the screening of nominees submitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment as PSC members. The screening, conducted on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, took place behind closed doors to assess the nominees’ suitability for the roles. The nominees screened included: DIG Buba Ringim (Rtd) Hon.…

10th House committed to Gender Equality, Women Empowerment – Speaker Abbas … Honored as ‘Global He-for-She’ by Women Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has reiterated the commitment of the 10th House to advancing women empowerment and achieving gender equality through progressive legislation. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the national leadership of the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), the Speaker assured that the current House of Representatives is determined to break the longstanding jinx of failed gender bills in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution.   “We are truly a People’s House… a house built on…

Senate pushes for Reparations over Slave Trade,Internal Injustices

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By James Isaac     The Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation has announced plans to engage Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and other stakeholders to address injustices tied to the transatlantic slave trade and internal crises in Nigeria.   Chairman of the committee, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North, disclosed this during its inaugural meeting on Tuesday at the National Assembly. He emphasized the committee’s unique mandate and the importance of inclusive engagement to enhance awareness and participation.   Senator Nwoko revealed that a stakeholders’ meeting is scheduled for…

Echocho floods Schools with Furniture, Books, and Learning Materials in Kogi East

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Senator Isah Jibrin, popularly known as Echocho, has once again demonstrated his commitment to improving education in Kogi East Senatorial District with the distribution of vital educational materials and furniture to schools across the region. The initiative, which addresses the pressing infrastructural and resource needs of schools, reflects the senator’s determination to create a more conducive learning environment for students and teachers alike. The donation included an impressive array of items, such as double detached school desks and chairs for students, teacher’s and visitor’s tables, and whiteboards to enhance classroom…

Sen Konbowel Benson Friday pushes for Federal University in Bayelsa to combat militancy ,promote development

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By James Isaac   Senator Konbowel Benson Friday, representing Bayelsa Central, has called for the establishment of a Federal University of Science and Technology in Korokorosei, Bayelsa State, as a means to address developmental gaps and curb militancy in the region.   The Senator made his case on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, during the second reading of “A Bill for an Act to Provide for the Establishment of the Federal University of Science and Technology, Korokorosei, Bayelsa State” in the Senate.   He argued that despite Bayelsa State’s significant contributions…

Gov Okpebholo presents N605bn 2025 Budget with Focus on Infrastructure, Education, and Security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has presented a budget estimate of N605 billion for the 2025 fiscal year to the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA). The proposed budget, tagged “Budget of Renewed Hope for a Rising Edo,” represented a 25% increase from the 2024 fiscal year.   Speaking at the presentation on Tuesday, Governor Okpebholo disclosed that 37% (N223 billion) of the budget is allocated to recurrent expenditure, while 63% (N381 billion) is dedicated to capital projects.   The Governor emphasized the administration’s commitment to achieving its five-point…