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Chidi Odinkalu warns of risks posed by proposed NGO bill
Rights activist Chidi Odinkalu has voiced strong opposition to the proposed NGO Regulation Bill, calling it a severe threat to civil liberties and government accountability in Nigeria.
Sam Amadi Criticizes National Assembly for Bypassing Constitutional Law
Sam Amadi, director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, has accused the National Assembly of undermining democracy by disregarding constitutional provisions to prioritize executive agendas.
Kwankwaso expresses grief over the passing of former National Assembly clerk Fika
Rabi’u Kwankwaso has paid tribute to former National Assembly clerk Adamu Mohammed Fika, remembering him as a disciplined administrator who helped build the foundation of Nigeria's legislature.
Aminu Tambuwal Pays Tribute to Deceased Former National Assembly Clerk Adamu Fika
Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal honors the late Adamu Mohammed Fika, a former Clerk of the National Assembly, highlighting his dedication to public service and their long-standing professional relationship.
Protecting Nigeria’s Aviation Safety: Why Revenue Disputes Must Not Compromise Regulatory Oversight
Ibrahim Suleiman argues that the National Assembly must resolve NAMA's funding challenges by reviewing outdated navigation charges rather than redistributing critical safety oversight fees from the NCAA.
NAMA Requests 56% Revenue Share to Sustain Airspace Safety
NAMA is seeking a 56% share of the statutory aviation revenue pool to address rising operational costs, while the African Aviation and Aerospace University has requested 10% for research and manpower development.
National Policing Bill set for presentation to President Tinubu on September 3
President Bola Tinubu will review the National Policing Bill on September 3 as part of an effort to implement state-level policing across Nigeria, with public feedback currently being gathered via a new online portal.
Human rights groups demand that National Assembly drop restrictive legislation
A global coalition of human rights groups has urged the Nigerian National Assembly to withdraw several bills they argue would suppress civic space, limit free speech, and impose undue executive control over non-governmental organizations.
PFN Leader Challenges Senate Proposal to Prohibit Bus Preaching
Bishop Francis Wale Oke of the PFN has vowed to defy any National Assembly attempt to ban public preaching in buses, challenging the government to attempt mass arrests of his 65 million followers.
Kenneth Okonkwo Criticizes National Assembly for Neglecting Key Figures in PFIPC Investigation
Kenneth Okonkwo slams the National Assembly for closing the PFIPC investigation without questioning Femi Gbajabiamila and Adeniyi Adeyemi, calling the move a mockery of justice.