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Greyhound trainers shift dogs to Australia as New Zealand racing prohibition starts
Following the implementation of a national ban on greyhound racing in New Zealand, a segment of the industry is relocating dogs to Australia to continue training and competition.
Ogun State Government introduces four legislative bills to combat violent crime
The Ogun State government has approved four new bills targeting violent crimes, ritual killings, and cultism to enhance public safety and protect the state's investment climate.
Ogun Assembly’s Abortion Regulation Bill Receives Stakeholder Support
Stakeholders in Ogun State have endorsed the proposed bill to regulate safe pregnancy termination, aiming to reduce maternal mortality and provide legal protections for healthcare providers.
Plateau State Assembly Scraps Pension Bill for Former Legislators
Facing heavy public pressure and organized protests, the Plateau State House of Assembly has retracted a controversial bill that would have provided pensions to former legislators.
Cross River House of Assembly enacts legislation to eliminate medical quackery
The Cross River State House of Assembly has passed a new law to combat medical quackery and establish a monitoring task force to protect patient safety.
Senate clarifies that FRSC amendment does not enact new restrictions on hawking or preaching
The Senate has refuted claims that a proposed amendment to the FRSC Act introduces new prohibitions against preaching or hawking, noting these are existing legal restrictions.
Senate Clarifies FRSC Bill Does Not Implement New Restrictions on Hawking or Preaching
The Senate clarified that the FRSC Act amendment merely restates long-standing bans on hawking and preaching in vehicles, aiming to improve commuter safety.
Senate Provides Clarification on Federal Road Safety Commission Amendment Bill
The Senate has clarified that existing laws regarding the prohibition of hawking and preaching in commercial vehicles are not new, emphasizing the focus is on commuter safety rather than restricting religious activity.
House of Representatives Advances 13 Commercial Bills to Bolster Trade and Digital Economy
The House of Representatives has launched a public hearing on 13 bills, including the AfCFTA Domestication Bill, aimed at modernizing Nigeria's commercial laws and boosting its digital economy.
Reflecting on the 10th National Assembly at Three Years: Output vs. Impact
As the 10th National Assembly marks three years, it faces a debate over whether its high volume of legislation translates into meaningful impact for the average Nigerian citizen.