Reps reveal 48 oil firms are owing FG N2trn
The Nigerian House of Representatives has disclosed that 48 oil and gas companies owe the federal government about N2 trillion in unpaid royalties. This revelation came from an ongoing investigation by the Public Accounts Committee, which is examining financial records from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Out of these companies, seven major oil […]
No state creation request meets constitutional requirements – Deputy Speaker Kalu
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has stated that none of the 31 requests for state creation in Nigeria met the constitutional requirements. He made this known on Friday, February 21, during a two-day retreat in Ikot Ekpene, […]
Proposal for 31 new states divides Nigerians
The Nigerian House of Representatives recently received proposals to create 31 new states, increasing the total from 36 to 67. This move has generated mixed reactions from citizens, political groups, and experts. The proposed states are spread across the six geopolitical zones: The House Committee on Constitution Review has asked proponents to resubmit their requests […]
House Of Reps Deputy Chief Whip, Adewunmi Onanuga Is Dead
Adewunmi Onanuga, the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, has tragically passed away. Onanuga, who represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency in Ogun State, died on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The news of his death was shared by the House of Representatives spokesman, Akin Rotimi, in a statement on Wednesday evening. Onanuga’s death […]
Another LP Rep member defects to APC
Ajang Alfred Iliya, a member of the Labour Party (LP) in the House of Representatives, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Iliya, who represents the Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, had his defection announced by Speaker Tajudeen Abass, who read a letter confirming the move in the House. This comes just two […]
House of Reps Finds Federal Polytechnic with Just 142 Students and 154 Staff
The House of Representatives has raised concerns about the financial management of the Federal Polytechnic in Ugep, Cross River State. The newly established polytechnic, which started in 2021, has only 142 students but employs 154 staff. Despite its small size, the institution has spent over N600 million on salaries and operational expenses. In addition, it […]
Olufemi Oluyede Officially Confirmed as Chief of Army Staff by House of Representatives
The House of Representatives has officially confirmed Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS). This decision was made after a report was presented by Babajimi Benson, the Chairman of the Committee on Defense. Earlier this week, the Joint Committee on Army and Defense conducted a screening session for Oluyede, who was nominated […]
You will shed tears if you see some of the investigations we are carrying out within the power sector Says EFCC Chairman
Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), recently revealed some disturbing truths about the state of corruption in Nigeria’s power sector. Speaking during a visit by the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes to the EFCC’s headquarters in Abuja on November 12, 2024, Olukoyede said the level of corruption […]
Canaanland Risks Losing Airstrip As Reps Seek Revocation Of Private Licenses
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has raised serious security concerns over private airstrips, calling on the government to revoke licenses previously granted to individuals and organizations. This resolution came after a debate in the House, driven by a motion from Sulaiman Abubakar, a lawmaker from Zamfara state. Abubakar stressed that private airstrips could be exploited to […]
House Committee Discovers More Than ₦32 Billion Revenue Loss in NUPRC
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Nigeria’s House of Representatives has uncovered a significant revenue loss of over ₦32 billion due to financial leakages at the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). This shocking figure, totaling ₦32,151,775,466.87, represents the revenue generated for the Federal Government between 2015 and 2022. The findings have raised serious concerns […]