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.
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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.
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.
Single 7-Year Term Proposed for Nigerian Leaders
Professor Adewunmi Falode advocates constitutional amendment for single 7-year tenure to address Nigeria's costly election cycles and governance challenges. Join the reform conversation!
Senate Recommends Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
Constitution Review Enters Final Sprint in Nigeria
Nigeria's National Assembly and state speakers align on key constitutional amendments. Discover the historic changes coming to governance, security, and power devolution. Read the latest updates now!
Nwachukwu: 1999 Constitution Holding Nigeria Hostage
Former Foreign Affairs Minister Gen. Ike Nwachukwu (rtd) demands Nigeria's restructuring & full resource control for development. He insists the 1999 constitution stifles growth.
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.
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.
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.
Lawyer Supports Naval Officer in Wike Confrontation
Nigerian barrister Stella Justice defends Lieutenant Ahmad Yerima's actions against FCT Minister Wike, citing constitutional provisions. Discover the legal perspective everyone is missing.
Tinubu supports Anioma state creation - Senator Nwoko
President Bola Tinubu supports creation of Anioma state, with 97 senators endorsing the proposal. Senator Ned Nwoko reveals unprecedented political backing for new state.
Gov Sule Urges Memoranda for APC Constitutional Review
Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule urges stakeholders to actively participate in APC's constitutional amendment process by submitting comprehensive memoranda ahead of crucial review meeting.
Nigeria Constitution Reform Sparks Referendum Outcry
Growing demands for a referendum challenge Nigeria's constitutional reform process as critics decry elite capture and exclusion of citizen voices in national dialogue.
Nigeria's Constitution Forbids Religious Persecution - FG
Federal Government clarifies constitutional stance on religious freedom, addresses concerns about rights violations and international perceptions in Nigeria.
Activists oppose Nigeria oil decommissioning commission
Environmental groups in Nigeria are fiercely opposing a new bill that would establish a commission for decommissioning oil and gas installations, warning it could worsen pollution in the Niger Delta region.
Why Jonathan Can't Run for President in 2027
Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem explains constitutional barriers preventing former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting 2027 elections, citing term limit provisions.
National Assembly Approves Anioma State Creation
Nigerian Senate approves creation of Anioma State in Southeast Nigeria. Senator Ned Nwoko reveals official map as historic move advances through National Assembly.
Bauchi Creates 29 New LGAs, Seeks National Assembly OK
Bauchi State Government has officially created 29 new Local Government Areas in a groundbreaking administrative overhaul. Discover how this constitutional amendment could reshape governance and development in Northeast Nigeria.
Coalition Rejects Sharia Law Expansion as Unconstitutional
A prominent coalition challenges the push for expanded Sharia law in Northern Nigeria, declaring the move unconstitutional and warning of national implications.
Amnesty: Criticising Nigerian Leaders Not a Crime
Amnesty International Nigeria makes bold statement defending freedom of expression, clarifying that criticizing President Tinubu or state governors does not constitute criminal offense in Nigeria.
Trump: "Too Bad I'm Not Allowed to Run for Third Term"
Former US President Donald Trump sparks controversy with comments about presidential term limits during Nashville speech, raising constitutional concerns and drawing criticism from opponents.
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