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Minority Lawmakers Exit House Session During State Police Bill Debate
Minority members of the House of Representatives walked out of a plenary session on Thursday to protest perceived procedural violations during the passage of a state police bill.
House of Representatives approves state police legislation with 311 votes
With 311 votes in favor, the House of Representatives has approved an executive bill to amend the constitution and establish state police services in Nigeria.
House of Representatives Postpones Bill Aimed at Banning Unbranded Cooking Oils
Nigerian lawmakers have delayed a bill seeking to ban unbranded and unfortified edible oils, citing concerns over economic impacts on local producers and potential regulatory duplication.
House of Representatives Pursues Restitution for Nigerians Impacted by South African Xenophobia
Nigeria's House of Representatives is investigating the impact of xenophobic attacks in South Africa, while NICASA reports that local economic instability is emerging as a consequence of targeting foreign-owned businesses.
House Committee Demands Answers From National Security Adviser Regarding PFIPC Oversight
The House of Representatives has summoned the National Security Adviser to explain why the illegal Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council was allowed to continue its operations after being flagged.
House of Representatives launches inquiry into xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa
Lawmakers in Nigeria have opened an investigation to document the losses sustained by Nigerians during recurring xenophobic attacks in South Africa, aiming to secure compensation and improved protections.
House of Representatives Demands Audit of Assets Recovered Since 1999 and New Digital Registry
The House of Representatives has called for an audit of all government-recovered assets since 1999 and the creation of a centralized digital registry to improve oversight and transparency.
Lawmakers call on Foreign Minister and NSA over PFIPC controversy
A legislative committee has summoned the Foreign Minister and the NSA to explain the operations of the illegitimate Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council.
House Committee Subpoenas Foreign Minister and NSA Over Unauthorized PFIPC Probe
A House of Representatives committee has summoned the foreign minister and national security adviser to explain how a group allegedly operating without legal status, the PFIPC, was able to conduct diplomatic engagements.
House of Representatives Commences Clause-by-Clause Review of State Police Bill
The House of Representatives is conducting a clause-by-clause review of President Tinubu’s state police bill, potentially adopting Senate-approved versions to expedite the constitutional amendment.