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Advokc Foundation Slams Nigeria's 10th Senate

Advokc Foundation warns Nigeria's 10th Senate risks legacy of scandals and stalled reforms. Critical bills remain in limbo as controversies mount. Read full analysis.

Banks Notify Customers on 10% Withholding Tax

Nigerian banks are informing customers about FIRS enforcing 10% withholding tax on fixed-income securities interest. Learn how this affects your investments and which instruments remain exempt.

DAWN Commission Demands State Police Legislation

DAWN Commission calls for urgent legislative action to establish state police as Nigeria faces escalating terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings. Read why this reform is critical for national security.

Senate suspends standing orders debate, cocoa bill

Nigeria's Senate pauses Standing Orders amendments after minority leader's objection and halts Cocoa Management Bill following President Tinubu's consultation request. Key legislative actions delayed for further review.

Rowdy Session in Reps Over INEC's Powers

A heated debate erupted in the House of Representatives over INEC's legal authority to monitor political parties' internal activities. Read the full details of the legislative clash.

Lagos Assembly Rejects Sanwo-Olu's Nominee for LASPPA

Lagos State House of Assembly rejects Adebisi Adelabu as LASPPA GM over procedural breach, confirms two other nominees. Governor Sanwo-Olu submits ₦4.237 trillion 2026 budget request. Read details.

Benue Assembly Suspends Two Lawmakers

Benue State House of Assembly suspends former Majority Leader Saater Tiseer and Minority Leader Michael Audu for gross misconduct. Learn the full details behind this political development.

Nigerian House of Reps Suspends Plenary Over Debts

The Nigerian House of Representatives has abruptly suspended legislative activities for one week due to mounting pressure from unpaid contractors, raising concerns about government expenditure transparency.

Nigeria's Senate Under Fire Amid National Crisis

As Nigeria faces mounting security and economic challenges, serious questions emerge about the Senate's effectiveness and commitment to solving the nation's most pressing problems.

SERAP Sues Akpabio, Abbas Over Bribe Scandal

SERAP takes legal action against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas for failing to investigate explosive bribery allegations involving lawmakers.

Saraki wins Africa Democracy Award in Nairobi

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki receives continental recognition for his outstanding contributions to democratic governance and legislative excellence across Africa.

Terrorists Threaten to Bomb National Assembly - Security Alert

Security agencies have intensified protective measures around Nigeria's National Assembly complex following credible bomb threats from terrorist elements. The development has triggered emergency security meetings and raised concerns about the safety of la

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