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LIFE SERVICE: Crucial issues plaguing Nigeria demanding NASS attention

As the Nigerian National Assembly gears up for its next legislative week, speculations abound regarding the pressing issues that will take centre stage. OrderPaper, in this LIFE SERVICE, lists some of these issues. In a week rife with many uncertainties, Nigeria finds itself grappling with a multitude of pressing issues that have captured the attention of the nation and the corridors of the National Assembly are abuzz with anticipation, as these pressing issues demand attention....

Meet 13 members of the 10th National Assembly from Akwa Ibom State 

Akwa Ibom State, in the south-south Nigeria, has a total of thirteen members in the National Assembly, comprising of three senators and ten representatives in the House  Akwa Ibom State is a state in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria, bordered on the east by Cross River State, on the west by Rivers State and Abia State, and on the south by the Atlantic Ocean. The state takes its name from the Qua Iboe River...

SHEHU SANI: A journey of advocacy and activism from jail to senate

Driven by activism and relentless advocacy for democracy and good governance, Shehu Sani has journeyed from street protests to military dungeons and a four-year stint at the Senate. Esther Adedoyin examines his political trajectory in this EX-NASS MEMBERS SERIES. Shehu Sani is many things including a politician, ex-senator, author, playwright, and human rights activist. Born October 29, 1967, in Tudun Wada, Kaduna state, he got his education at the Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) primary...

LIFE This Week: Electricity bands, bullying, fuel queues…issues as NASS resumes

After a twice-extended break from plenary, the National Assembly (NASS) resumes core parliamentary business today. In this Legislative Intelligence Forecast Entry (LIFE), OrderPaper highlights pressing national issues that are predicted to make it before the hallowed chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives during the week. The return to plenary parliamentary duties heralds a period of intense deliberation and decision-making with lawmakers at the forefront, braced and ready to tackle a diverse array of...

See the top Bills and Motions as House resumes plenary

Here are the top bills and motions for debate at plenary this week before lawmakers at the House of Representatives. The National Assembly is set to resume plenary after its Easter and Sallah break. OrderPaper recalls that the resumption was originally slated for Tuesday, April 16, 2024. But it was moved to Tuesday, April 23, 2024, due to the desire by members to resume plenary in the remodelled and restructured main chamber. The Chairman, House...

OLUREMI TINUBU: First Lady, Senator, First Lady

Oluremi Tinubu, from first lady in Lagos to first lady of Nigeria with a stint in the senate in between. Her political trajectory is examined as OrderPaper’s Esther Adedoyin writes on EX-NASS MEMBERS SERIES. Oluremi Tinubu’s political journey began as the First Lady of Lagos State, a role she assumed during her husband’s (Bola Ahmed Tinubu) tenure as governor from 1999 to 2007.  She founded the New Era Foundation during this period, a pet project...

KASHIM SHETTIMA: Odyssey from Senate to Vice Presidency

Kashim Shettima, known for his hard face and blunt talk has had his share of controversies. However, his political trajectory is examined as OrderPaper’s Esther Adedoyin writes on EX-NASS MEMBERS SERIES. Kashim Shettima’s remarkable journey from political newcomer to Vice President of Nigeria stands as proof of his commitment to public service. Transiting from teaching to banking, Shettima joined politics and quickly rose through the ranks. Born on September 2, 1966, Shettima went to the University...

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