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House of Representatives building in Nigeria

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House Committee Upset Over Ministers Missing Key Hearing on Research Fund

The House of Representatives Committee on Science and Technology is frustrated by the absence of key ministers at a public hearing on a proposed research fund.

Public hearing at the National Assembly discussing research funding in Nigeria.

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House of Representatives Proposes National Research Fund to Boost Innovation

The House of Representatives aims to create a fund to improve research and support local innovations.

Efosa Omo-Osagie speaking at a campaign event.

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NDC Candidate Proposes Bill to Protect Youth Corps from Insecurity

Efosa Omo-Osagie aims to stop National Youth Service Corps postings to dangerous areas.

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Abia State Government Confirms Passage of State Police Bill

The Abia State Government insists that the House of Assembly has passed the State Police Bill, despite conflicting reports.

Nigerian lawmakers discussing housing regulations

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Nigerian Lawmakers Push for Fairer Rental Practices in Abuja

The House of Representatives aims to regulate rents and protect tenants in the capital.

Governor Seyi Makinde speaking at a podium

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Governor Makinde to Present 2027 Budget to Oyo Assembly on November 10

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde will present the 2027 budget proposal to the state assembly next month.

Health News

House of Representatives Passes Bill to Speed Up Emergency Medical Care

A new bill aims to remove delays in emergency treatment across Nigeria’s healthcare system.

A meeting at the National Assembly discussing the Trustee Investment Bill.

Business News

Proposed Bill Aims to Modernize Nigeria’s Trustee Investment Law and Protect Beneficiaries

A new proposal seeks to limit investments in single issuers and expand options for trust funds.

Senator Opeyemi Bamidele speaking at an event.

News Politics

Senate Proposes 74 New Seats for Women in Nigeria’s National Assembly

The National Assembly is considering adding 74 seats for women to promote their participation in politics.

Conceptual image of a medical centre and nursing college in Lagos.

Health News

New Bills Aim to Establish Medical Centre and Nursing College in Lagos

The House of Representatives has advanced two bills to create a Federal Medical Centre and a Nursing College in Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele speaking at a lecture.

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Senate Leader Confirms Progress on Establishing State Police in Nigeria

The National Assembly is moving forward with plans to create state police, meeting constitutional requirements.

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Kogi Assembly Passes State Police Bill, Group Calls for Quick National Action

The Conscience for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution praises the Kogi State Assembly for its new state police bill.

News Politics

24 State Houses of Assembly Approve New Policing Bill in Nigeria

A new bill for a dual policing system has received approval from 24 state assemblies.

News Politics

Imo State Assembly Approves Bill for State Police Service

The Imo State House of Assembly has passed a resolution to support the establishment of state police services.

Members of the South-East Houses of Assembly discussing the State Police Bill.

News Politics

South-East Assemblies Support State Police Bill Amid Concerns of Political Abuse

Houses of Assembly in the South-East back a bill allowing states to create their own police forces.

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Ekiti State Assembly Approves Bill for Establishing State Police Services

The Ekiti State House of Assembly has passed a bill to create state police services in Nigeria.

House of Representatives in session discussing food safety issues.

Health News

House of Representatives Urges Government to Combat Fake Food Products

The House of Representatives has called for stronger action against fake and substandard food and drinks in Nigeria.

Illustration of artificial intelligence technology.

News Technology

Anthropic Proposes New AI Regulation Bill to US Lawmakers

Anthropic aims to regulate AI technology with a draft bill addressing safety risks.

President Bola Tinubu speaking at a podium.

News Politics

President Tinubu Proposes Stronger Laws Against Hard Drugs in Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has submitted three bills to the House of Representatives aimed at improving drug law enforcement and safety.