CSO’s claims of irregularities in my NYSC, Law School attendance unfounded – Deputy Speaker, Kalu
The office of the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has rejected allegations questioning his participation in the National Youth Service Corps and attendance at the Nigerian Law School. The claims were raised by a coalition known as the Civil Society Groups for Good Governance. In a statement, Kalu’s office described […]
House of Reps members to hold emergency plenary on Tuesday to discuss 2027 election dates
Members of the Nigerian House of Representatives are scheduled to hold an emergency plenary on Tuesday to discuss the 2027 general election timetable recently announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The session follows concerns over the timing of the elections, with the presidential and National Assembly polls set for February 20, 2027, and […]
CMDs blame budget cuts as Reps faults teaching hospitals over poor research funding
Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) of federal teaching hospitals have blamed reduced government allocations for the decline in research activities, as members of the House of Representatives raised concerns about poor research funding in the institutions. The lawmakers reportedly questioned hospital management over the low level of innovation and academic output. During a recent engagement, the […]
Electoral Act: Why I didn’t join Peter Obi during protest – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has explained why he did not take part in the recent protest at the National Assembly led by Labour Party’s former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. According to him, his absence was not due to lack of support for the cause but because he was not physically in Nigeria at […]
Reps Pass ₦58.47 Trillion 2026 Budget – Politics
The House of Representatives has passed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading. The budget, tagged “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience, and Shared Prosperity,” was approved on Thursday during plenary without any debate, reflecting broad legislative support at this stage. President Tinubu had earlier presented the 2026 budget proposal to […]
Barbaric’ — Speaker Abbas on Borno mosque attack
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has strongly condemned the recent attack on a mosque in Borno State, describing it as barbaric and completely unacceptable. He said the act shows total disregard for human life and the sanctity of places of worship. Abbas expressed sympathy with the victims and their families, noting […]
Electoral Act: Vote buyers, sellers risk 2-year jail term, N5m fine
The Nigerian House of Representatives has approved major amendments to the Electoral Act, introducing tougher penalties for vote buying and selling. Individuals caught engaging in these acts now face a minimum of two years in prison, a N5 million fine, or both. Offenders are also barred from contesting elections for 10 years. During a clause-by-clause […]
Four Rivers Reps dump PDP for APC
Four members of the House of Representatives from Rivers State have officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers announced their defection, citing political realignment and the need to work more closely with the ruling party at the federal level. According to them, the decision was taken […]
Reps order suspension of CBT rollout for WAEC 2026 exams
The House of Representatives has ordered the suspension of the proposed Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). The directive came after lawmakers expressed concern that many schools and students across Nigeria are not adequately prepared for the full digital transition. […]
Benue Rep, Ojotu dumps PDP for APC
A member of the House of Representatives, Ojema Ojotu, representing Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency in Benue State, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ojotu, who serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Inland Waterways, announced his defection on Tuesday through a formal letter addressed […]