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NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul

The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.

House Probes Missing N30bn NSIPA Fund, Demands Action

The House of Representatives investigates over N30bn recovered from NSIPA, demanding its release to restart vital poverty-alleviation schemes. Lawmakers warn delayed funds worsen hardship. Read more.

Reps Probe Missing ₦30bn NSIPA Funds

The House of Representatives investigates the whereabouts of over ₦30bn recovered from NSIPA, demanding its release to restart vital poverty-alleviation programmes. Read the full story.

ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.

EFCC to Probe Kogi Local Government Funds

The EFCC vows to investigate alleged diversion of Kogi LG funds following a youth protest. Groups demand transparency and accountability in grassroots governance.

Kalu: Nigerians Yearn for State Police, Federalism

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu reveals Nigerians strongly demand constitutional reforms including state police and fiscal federalism. Lawmakers are finalizing amendments to address governance and security challenges.

National Assembly Advances Sickle Cell Disease Bill

Senator Sunday Marshall Katung sponsors crucial bill to address Nigeria's sickle cell crisis. The legislation aims to establish treatment centers and promote local drug production to save lives.

Women's Reserved Seats Bill HB1349 Gets Support

Gender advocates intensify calls for Nigeria's Reserved Seats for Women Bill (HB1349) to combat GBV and ensure equal representation in governance. Join the movement for change.

Senator Okey Ezea Dies in Lagos at 62

Senator Natasha Akpoti mourns the death of colleague Okey Ezea who passed away in Lagos. The Enugu North lawmaker died after brief illness at 62.

Reps Threaten Arrest in Naira-for-Crude Probe

The House of Representatives issues a 7-day ultimatum to MDAs, threatening arrest warrants for non-compliance with the Naira-for-Crude Oil policy investigation. Full details on the escalating standoff.

Reps Probe 17 Years of Power Sector Investments

Nigerian House of Representatives launches a full-scale investigation into all power sector investments and reforms from 2007 to 2024, vowing to correct 17 years of failure.

Senator Okey Ezea Dies, Peter Obi Mourns

Labour Party senator Okey Ezea passes away in Lagos at 62. Peter Obi describes the death as devastating and pays tribute to his close confidant and political ally.

Reps Probe Billions Lost in Oil, Agriculture, Properties

The House of Representatives launches a major investigation into massive revenue leakages in Nigeria's oil sector, Anchor Borrowers' Programme, and over 11,000 abandoned federal properties valued at N20 trillion.

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