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Labour, NECA reject proposed NSITF Act amendments

Organised Labour and NECA have opposed the NSITF Act amendment bill, calling it inconsistent with ILO standards. They demand tripartite consultation and warn of risks to the fund's sustainability.

SEC Nigeria's Reforms Fuel Historic Market Growth

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria is transforming the capital market with new laws, investor protection, and tech. Market cap hit N91.3 trillion in November 2025. Discover the blueprint for economic prosperity.

Stakeholders Demand Land Use Act Review for Housing

Nigeria's housing stakeholders call for urgent Land Use Act reforms to unlock $300B in dead capital and boost affordable housing. Minister Dangiwa reveals new digital land registry initiative.

Youth Groups Demand Transparency in NASS Voting

Youth organisations demand the National Assembly publicly display lawmakers' votes on constitutional amendments via a digital system, citing transparency and accountability concerns.

Group Seeks Constitutional Amendment for INEC Reform

A youth coalition urges the National Assembly to amend the constitution for a merit-based INEC leadership selection and faster election dispute resolution. Join the call for credible elections.

OPA faults Amupitan's credibility as INEC chair

Odua People's Assembly opposes Prof. Joash Amupitan's INEC nomination, warning it threatens electoral integrity. Lawyers' coalition supports this stance. Calls for Senate investigation.

Senate Amends Terrorism Act to Fight Kidnapping

Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.

SEC Sets January 2026 Deadline for ISA Compliance

Nigeria's SEC mandates all capital market operators to declare ISA 2025 compliance and register tradable instruments by January 2026. Dr. Agama announces new era for market transparency.

Senate Approves Death Penalty for Kidnapping

Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.

2.4m Nigerians Complete Voter Registration

INEC reveals 2.4 million Nigerians have completed voter registration. Osun leads with 193,026 registrations. Learn how to participate in the ongoing CVR exercise until August 2026.

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.

Pressure Mounts for Tinubu to Sack INEC Chairman

MURIC and civic groups demand President Tinubu remove INEC Chairman Amupitan over resurfaced 2020 legal brief on Christian genocide claims. Critics warn of electoral credibility crisis.

How Nigeria's Democracy Was Hijacked by Elites

Paul Okojie exposes how Nigeria's democratic dream was stolen by power-hungry elites. Discover the truth about modern politics and how citizens can reclaim their future. Read now!

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.

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.

Amupitan Faces Electoral Integrity Test at INEC

INEC Chairman Prof. Amupitan faces high expectations to protect Nigeria's electoral process. Analysis of challenges including vote-buying, institutional reforms needed for credible elections.

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