Tag: NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
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The National Assembly Joint Committee on Constitution Review met on Monday in Abuja to finalise the draft of proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution, moving closer to its December 2025 deadline. Committee leaders announced that the review process has entered its concluding phase, and no further submissions will be accepted. Senate Deputy President and Committee…
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National Assembly has announced that Nigeria is set to enact Africa’s first comprehensive legal framework for the digital economy and e-governance through the National Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill 2025, which is expected to be sent to President Bola Tinubu for assent this week. The bill, jointly prepared by the Senate and House Committees…
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National Assembly has held an emotional session on Wednesday to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025, at 82 in a London hospital after a long illness. In the Senate, lawmakers, led by Senate Leader Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, praised Buhari’s legacy as a military leader and two-term president, urging…
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has attempted to resume her duties at the National Assembly but was denied entry. Despite arriving with supporters and making multiple attempts to gain access, she was stopped at the gates and unable to enter due to a locked gate. Displeased by the move, she announced she will consult her legal team…
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Senate has warned suspended Kogi Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan not to forcefully resume her duties until her suspension expires. Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu clarified that there is no valid court order requiring her immediate recall, despite media reports claiming otherwise. Recall the court had issued a non-binding advisory suggesting possible amendments to Senate rules but found…
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Nigerian National Assembly has suspended legislative activities in both chambers until July 22, 2025, to honor the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on July 13, 2025, in London. The suspension was announced by Clerk Kamoru Ogunlana to allow members to participate in Buhari’s burial and pay tribute. The leadership has further…
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Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has urged the National Assembly to take full control of its infrastructure from the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) through a bill establishing the National Assembly Infrastructure and Property Development Agency. Speaking at a public hearing in Abuja, Abbas, represented by Ali Isa, called the legislation timely and essential for better management,…
