Nigeria's House of Representatives votes today on landmark constitutional reforms including state police and gender inclusion. The outcome will shape the nation's democracy amid deep political divisions.
The House of Representatives is in confusion over the voting process for the 1999 Constitution amendment. Speaker Abbas and Deputy Speaker Kalu gave conflicting signals on electronic voting readiness. Read the latest.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) condemns the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential emergency powers as 'constitutional tyranny' that endangers federalism and democracy in Nigeria. Read their full warning.
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Nigeria's National Assembly debates a landmark bill to create 182 reserved legislative seats for women, aiming to tackle the nation's severe gender imbalance in politics. Read the details and the Senate's counter-proposal.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vows to use constitutional means to remove 17 Rivers State lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, who defected to the APC. Read the full details and political implications.
Civil Society Organisations pressure Nigeria's National Assembly to urgently pass 44 constitutional amendments, citing national security, electoral reforms, and eroding public trust. Action is needed before year-end.
The House of Representatives has postponed its Constitution review debate to allow for broader consultation and technical alignment on critical amendments. Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu says the move safeguards the process's credibility. Read more.
President Bola Tinubu urges constitutional amendment for state police, calling it a national imperative to combat Nigeria's security crisis. Will the National Assembly act?
Project Rescue Urhobo raises alarm over credibility of UPU national election, citing multiple constitutional violations by NEC and electoral committee. Calls for immediate transparency.
Project Rescue Urhobo raises alarm over constitutional violations by UPU's NEC and Electoral Committee, jeopardizing the credibility of the December 5 national election. They demand immediate transparency.
Analysis of Nigeria's religious violence crisis, highlighting attacks on Christians and the contradiction of Sharia law. A call for secular governance and constitutional reform to protect all citizens.
An analysis of the diminished role of Nigerian traditional rulers under the 1999 Constitution, from historical influence to current political sidelining. Explore the debate on their future relevance.
Nigeria's House of Representatives begins debate on 87 constitution amendment bills, including state police and women's seats. Lawmakers also probe missing ₦30bn NSIPA funds. Follow the crucial legislative process.
Northern governors and traditional rulers have approved a N16bn monthly security trust fund to combat banditry and terrorism. They also urged President Tinubu to suspend mining activities for six months.
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.
Legal expert Ade Ajulo exposes how Ondo State government releases less than N10m from N400m LG allocations, violating constitutional autonomy. Demand accountability now!
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.
DSS invites Labour Party's Datti Baba-Ahmed over comments deemed inflammatory against Nigerian state. Security sources reveal concerns about constitutional crisis claims.
African Union and ECOWAS missions denounce Guinea-Bissau military coup that disrupted election results. Regional bodies urge constitutional order restoration and official releases.
Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, calls for immediate constitutional restoration and warns coup plotters will be held accountable. Read full statement.
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and safety of detained officials. Read the full details.
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema issues strong warning against political violence as tensions rise over constitutional amendments ahead of 2026 elections.
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.
Youth groups in Kogi State demand immediate implementation of local government autonomy within 21 days, threatening statewide protests over constitutional violations.
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.