N850bn PIA Environmental Funds Not Implemented - Reps
House Committee warns of deepening ecological devastation in Niger Delta as Petroleum Industry Act environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after passage. Urgent action needed.
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N1.65trn PIA Funds Denied to Niger Delta
House Committee exposes how Niger Delta lost N1.65 trillion in environmental cleanup funds due to PIA implementation failures. Lawmakers demand immediate action.
Reps query non-implementation of PIA environmental funds
House of Representatives committee warns of deepening ecological crisis in Niger Delta as ₦1.65 trillion environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after PIA enactment. Urgent action needed.
Nigerian sentenced for $290K COVID-19 fraud in US
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
Rivers revokes land for waste disposal facility
Rivers State Government acquires 65,757.74m² land in Igwuruta for REWAMA waste disposal project under public interest. Read details on the Land Use Act invocation.
Senate Confronts Nigeria's Health Funding Gap
Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.
UK Rejects Nigeria's Request for Ekweremadu
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to deport former Senator Ike Ekweremadu, who is serving a prison sentence for organ trafficking. Learn the details of this landmark case.
UK Rejects Ekweremadu's Prison Transfer to Nigeria
UK government denies Nigeria's request for Ike Ekweremadu to serve organ trafficking sentence at home. Former Deputy Senate President must complete 9-year term in UK prison.
Tinubu Withdraws Police Escorts From VIPs Again
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs nationwide. Officers to return to core policing duties in underserved communities. Will this time be different?
Tinubu Withdraws Police from VIP Security Duties
President Bola Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police officers from VIP protection. Officers to return to core policing duties nationwide. Read full details.
Nigeria's Petroleum Reforms Earn Continental Recognition
Pan African Parliament commends Nigeria's petroleum sector reforms and PIA implementation. Nigeria's oil production rebounds to 1.7 million barrels daily, becoming Africa's benchmark for oil governance.
Kano Pushes for Stronger Broadcasting Standards in Nigeria
Kano State Government has submitted a memorandum to the Senate for NBC Act review, aiming to tackle misinformation and set ethical standards for digital media. Read the full story.
EFCC Arrests Archbishop for Naira Abuse
EFCC arrests Archbishop Angel Oyeghe for naira mutilation after viral video showed money sprayed on cow during church event. Suspect faces charges under CBN Act.
Police Pension Board Bill Awaits Tinubu's Assent
President Tinubu is set to approve the Nigeria Police Pension Board bill, removing officers from CPS. Retirees could earn 85% of emoluments as pension. Read the latest developments.
Rowdy House Session Over INEC's Powers
The House of Representatives witnessed a heated debate over INEC's legal authority to monitor political parties. Meanwhile, INEC declared BVAS has ended voter impersonation in Nigeria's elections.
Bill to Reduce Senate, Governorship Age to 30 Passes Reading
Nigeria's House of Representatives advances bill to lower eligibility age for senators and governors from 35 to 30 years. Constitutional amendment could reshape youth political participation.
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.
Ondo Residents Report Irregularities in FG Cash Transfer
Residents of Ero Community in Ondo State allege irregularities in the FG's conditional cash transfer, citing deceased individuals on beneficiary lists. Calls for transparency grow.
EU Probes Amazon, Microsoft Cloud for Stricter Rules
The EU is investigating Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure under the Digital Markets Act, which could lead to stricter competition rules for their cloud services. Discover the potential impact on the tech sector.
Reps Propose 15% Women Quota in Police Recruitment
Nigeria's House of Representatives pushes for mandatory 15% women quota in police recruitment to enhance gender equality and improve policing effectiveness nationwide.
Local Refiners Demand Crude Price Regulation in Nigeria
Nigerian petroleum refiners urge government intervention on crude oil pricing and supply challenges. CORAN seeks regulatory protection to compete against importers.
Tinubu posters disappear from Abuja, Lagos airports
President Tinubu's campaign posters removed from major airports amid early campaign concerns. INEC faces criticism for enforcement failures as political parties violate electoral laws.
REDAN's Plan to Combat Fraudulent Real Estate Developers
REDAN President Akintoye Adeoye outlines strategies to tackle fraudulent developers, address housing challenges, and promote affordable homes in Nigeria. Learn about regulatory reforms.
NBA Akure Calls for Prison Reform and Judicial Autonomy
NBA Akure branch demands full implementation of Correctional Service Act 2019 and financial autonomy for judiciary. Urgent reforms needed to address flawed prison system and justice access in rural areas.
NUPRC Praised for Transparent Frontier Fund Use
Oil and Gas Watchdogs Network commends NUPRC's transparent management of Frontier Exploration Fund, highlighting proper deployment for Nigeria's energy security. Read more.
Benin presidential term extended to 7 years
Benin's National Assembly approves constitutional amendment extending presidential term from 5 to 7 years and creating Senate. Historic vote changes political landscape ahead of 2026 elections.
PIA Redefines Nigeria's Oil & Gas Industry Framework
Nigeria's Petroleum Industry Act has revolutionized oil governance in 4 years, boosting local refining and gas infrastructure. Discover how PIA achievements are shaping energy future.
Senate Moves to Modernize Nigeria's Military Laws
The Nigerian Senate has passed a landmark bill to repeal the 1960s-era Armed Forces Act, aiming to align military governance with constitutional principles and modern security demands. Read more about this crucial reform.
Legal Experts Analyze Wike-Naval Officer Abuja Confrontation
Legal experts explain the constitutional limits of Wike's powers and military obedience in the Abuja land dispute. Discover why both sides share blame in this heated confrontation.
Court convicts 2 for recruiting minor for prostitution
Federal High Court in Jos convicts two defendants for child trafficking and prostitution offenses under TIPPEA Act 2015. Justice D.V. Agushi delivers landmark judgment.
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