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Reps summon 11 DisCos over N2.6trn debt to federation account

Msugh Ityokura 21 August 2025 0

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned 11 electricity distribution companies (DisCos) over a debt of N2.6 trillion owed to the federation account. The resolution was adopted on Wednesday during an investigative hearing chaired by Bamidele Salam, following a review

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Reps to deploy legislative framework to tackle natural disasters in Nigeria

Msugh Ityokura 19 August 2025 0

The House of Representatives is to deploy legislative frameworks that will help mitigate the devastating effects of natural disasters in the country. House’ Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas who spoke in Abuja Monday noted that the duty of lawmakers extends beyond enacting laws to anticipating challenges and strengthening institutions but also to ensure that government

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Over 3 Million Displaced by Flood, Insecurity in Nigeria -FG

Msugh Ityokura 19 August 2025 0

The Federal Government FG has disclosed that over 3 million people remain internally displaced as a result of flooding, insecurity and other natural disasters in Nigeria The Minister of State, Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Tanko Sununu who spoke in Abuja lamented the nation’s worsening humanitarian crisis, warning that millions of citizens risk

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APC wins Garki/Babura seat as defence minister Badaru delivers polling unit

Msugh Ityokura 18 August 2025 0

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Garki/Babura federal constituency bye-election in Jigawa state. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Mukhtar Rabiu, the APC candidate, winner of the poll after he secured 38,449 votes. His closest rival, Isah Auwalu Manzo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), polled 13,519 votes, while Sabo Salisu of

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Speaker Abbas congratulates APC on by-elections victory in Zaria, others

Msugh Ityokura 18 August 2025 0

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) on its victory at the by-elections in Zaria Kewaye State Constituency, Basawa State Constituency, and Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency which held Saturday. In a congratulatory message, the Speaker specifically felicitated the APC candidate for Zaria Kewaye,

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Prisoner Voting and Nigeria’s Readiness: The Landmines Ahead of INEC

Msugh Ityokura 16 August 2025 0

Questions on ethics, human rights, inclusion, state coercion, country sabotage, moral perception, logistics and mental capacity of prisoners are some of the common themes addressed in the arguments presented by rights activists, lawyers, development experts and politicians in this exclusive feature report written by our team. Giving inmates and prisoners the right to vote

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Tinubu’s policies, reshaping Nigeria’s economy says NSC Boss, Akuta

Msugh Ityokura 14 August 2025 0

The Executive Secretary, ES Nigerian Shippers Council, NSC Dr. Pius Akuta has lauded president Bola Tinubu for taking some policy directions that are reshaping the nation’s economy. He noted that the president has kept his campaign promises to the people by removing fuel subsidy, a decision he admitted met with mass criticism even in the […]

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Reps probe N1.06trn NG-CARES social intervention over poor impact

Msugh Ityokura 14 August 2025 0

The House of Representatives has begun an investigation into the implementation of the $696 million (N1.06trillion) Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) social intervention programme of the Federal Government. The House Committee on NG-CARES pointed out that the investigation became necessary since the masses were not feeling the impact

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FG pledges to revive Baro River Port with dredging, new infrastructure

Msugh Ityokura 13 August 2025 0

Adegboyega Oyetola, minister of marine and blue economy, says the federal government is committed to transforming Baro River Port in Niger state into a vibrant inland gateway. Speaking on Tuesday before the House of Representatives ad-hoc committee on stakeholders’ engagement on the challenges and prospects of the port, Oyetola admitted the facility has struggled to […]

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NIMC upgrades its diaspora enrollment platform for effective service delivery

Msugh Ityokura 12 August 2025 0

The National Identity Management Commission, NIMC says it has successfully upgraded its diaspora enrolment platform to ensure effective service delivery and smooth management of the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment in the Diaspora According to the commission, the upgrade process will amongst many other benefits, provide a seamless, robust, more secure,

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INTERVIEW: Culture-tourism is Nigeria’s largest employer of labour, says Chuks Akamadu

Msugh Ityokura 11 August 2025 0

Chuks Akamadu is the Managing Director/CEO of Afrocultour Limited – organisers of Songs of Nigeria Festival (SONIFES), Nigeria Entertainment and Economic Roundtable (NEER) and Africa Tourism and Creative Economy Expo (AFTCREE). He is an accomplished intellectual property lawyer, cultural scholar and tourism management expert. He is also the author of ‘Harnessing Culture

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Okonjo-Iweala backs Africa tourism, creative economy expo in Abuja

Msugh Ityokura 10 August 2025 0

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has backed the upcoming Africa Tourism and Creative Economy Expo (AFTCEE) scheduled for November in Abuja. She urged African nations to seize the opportunity offered by the event to harness their cultural and creative assets for accelerated trade and economic growth. “The theme of this Expo, […]

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Tinubu appoints Abbas to lead APC reconciliation panel In Bauchi

Msugh Ityokura 10 August 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house of representatives, as chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) reconciliation committee in Bauchi state. A statement from the speaker’s office on Sunday said the committee is tasked with resolving internal disputes in the Bauchi chapter of the party. Members include Mai Mala Buni, […]

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NIMC issues new guidelines for accessing NIN self-service portal

Msugh Ityokura 7 August 2025 0

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued fresh guidelines for accessing the self-service modification portal of the National Identification Number (NIN). In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, the commission said users must use the same browser and device initially used during registration to access their self-service account. The account, it

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Gay Suspect Under Trial Dies In Custody As Father Vows To Sue Community Over Complicity

Msugh Ityokura 6 August 2025 0

Tension is reportedly brewing in Afasio community in Estako west local government area of Edo State after confirmed reports emerged that a gay suspect identified as Tajudeen Kennedy in police custody was reported dead while under trial for charges bothering on gross violation of the Same-sex Marriage Prohibition Act 2014 and indecent conduct in public. […]

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Recognise scholars like sports stars, Abbas tells FG after Nigerian teens win in UK

Msugh Ityokura 6 August 2025 0

Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house of representatives, has called for the institutional recognition of academic excellence, saying Nigerians who bring global honour to the country deserve to be celebrated just like their counterparts in sports and entertainment. Abbas made the call on Wednesday in Abuja while reacting to the victory of three Nigerian teenagers—Nafisa

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FCC seeks legislative support for reforms, warns against growing tensions

Msugh Ityokura 5 August 2025 0

Kayode Oladele, acting chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), has called for closer collaboration with the national assembly to improve oversight, transparency, and reduce national tensions rooted in perceived marginalisation. Speaking during an interactive session with the House Committee on Federal Character in Abuja on Tuesday, Oladele said the FCC needs

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Benjamin Kalu pushes gender inclusion bill to raise women’s representation in politics

Msugh Ityokura 1 August 2025 0

Benjamin Kalu, deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, has called on Nigerians and fellow lawmakers to support the Reserved Seats Bill — a proposed legislation aimed at increasing women’s representation in political leadership. Speaking at an event hosted by the Australian High Commission in Abuja to mark the 2025 National Aborigines and Islanders Day […]

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Reps raise concerns over CNG policy implementation, demand transparency

Msugh Ityokura 1 August 2025 0

Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house of representatives, says the federal government’s compressed natural gas (CNG) policy represents a strategic shift towards safer, cleaner, and more affordable alternatives to petrol, especially in the transport sector. Abbas spoke on Thursday at an investigative hearing of the house ad-hoc committee on the implementation of the CNG

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Reps move to establish new technical colleges to curb youth unemployment

Msugh Ityokura 31 July 2025 0

The House of Representatives is taking legislative steps to establish new vocational and technical institutions across Nigeria as part of a broader strategy to combat youth unemployment and build a skilled workforce. The initiative gained momentum on Wednesday during a public hearing on three proposed bills focused on skills acquisition and technical education. Fuad Kayode