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NASS invites civil societies for robust collaboration

Members of the National Assembly have extended an invitation to civil societies to enhance accountability, transparency and legislative openness. Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are vital frameworks in legislative environments. Their presence serves as a catalyst for the expected changes in legislative systems across the globe.  Recognizing the critical role these societies play as catalysts for change, lawmakers have urged these organisations to engage more actively by asking questions, pursuing leads, and collaborating closely with them...

OrderPaper not celebrated enough, says House of Reps spokesman

Stakeholders within the legislative space have lauded OrderPaper for its impactful reporting and incisive analysis on parliamentary processes in Nigeria.    The spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jnr, (APC, Ekiti) has praised OrderPaper for its detailed, precise and accurate reporting within the Nigerian legislative space. He made this recognition at virtual conversation hosted by OrderPaper to commemorate the Global Legislative Openness Week (GLOW) 2024 tagged Legislative Accountability 101: Let’s talk 10th...

PWYP Nigeria reaffirms commitment to extractive sector governance

The Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Nigeria chapter has reiterated its dedication to enhancing governance in the extractive sector.   The Nigerian chapter of Publish What You Pay (PWYP), a leading global civil society coalition working for transparency in the extractive sector, has reaffirmed its commitment to drive robust engagement on the governance of the country’s extractive sector. This commitment was announced following the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the group held...

NEITI commends PWYP on new leadership

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has praised Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Nigeria for its newly elected leadership.  The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has congratulated Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Nigeria on the emergence of its new leadership. This commendation was conveyed in a statement by Chris Ochonu, assistant director of communications & stakeholders’ management. The statement highlighted the optimism following PWYP’s recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the transparent electoral...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: North-east Reps sponsor 6.5 percent of House bills in first year

Representatives from the North-east zone in the 10th National Assembly have sponsored 6.5 percent of the house bills in their first year in office.  In their inaugural year, representatives from the north-east geopolitical zone have made notable strides in their legislative responsibilities by sponsoring 77 bills. This figure accounts for 6.5 percent of all bills introduced in the House between June 2023 and May 2024. Among these bills, 3 were passed/transmitted,  7 are awaiting report,...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: South-east Reps sponsor 24 percent of House bills

Representatives from the south-east geopolitical zone has sponsored 24 percent of the 1175 bills introduced in the first year of the 10th House.  Lawmakers from the south-east geopolitical zone have made a significant impact in the 10th assembly by introducing 279 bills, which accounts for 24% of the total 1,175 bills sponsored in the House during the first year.  Of this number, 18 were passed/transmitted, 1 bill was adjourned for consideration, 3 bills were consolidated,...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: North-west lawmakers sponsor 217 bills in first year

North-west lawmakers in the 10th House of Representatives sponsored 217 bills in their first year in office.  In their inaugural year, representatives from the north-west geopolitical zone have made notable contributions to the legislative process by sponsoring 217 bills, which accounts for 18.5 percent of all bills introduced in the house. Among these bills, 8 were passed/transmitted, 14 bills are awaiting consideration, 7 bills are awaiting report, and 188 bills are awaiting second reading.   Out...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: North-central Reps sponsor 146 bills in first year

North-central lawmakers in the 10th House of Representatives have made significant contributions in their first year, sponsoring a total of 146 bills  From June 2023 to May 2024, representatives from the north-central zone demonstrated their commitment to legislative duties by sponsoring 146 bills, which represent 12.4 percent of all bills introduced in the house. The status of these bills is as follows: 2 bills were passed/transmitted, 2 bills were consolidated, 1 bill was recorded as...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: South-west Reps sponsor 238 bills in first year

South-west lawmakers in the 10th House of Representatives have introduced a total of 238 bills during their first year in office. In their first year in office, representatives from the south-west geopolitical zone made notable strides in their legislative responsibilities by sponsoring 238 bills, which accounts for 20.3 percent of all bills in the house. Among these bills, 12 were passed/transmitted for concurrence, 1 was consolidated, 2 were adjourned at debate, 8 are awaiting consideration,...

Private sector urged to enhance constituency projects implementation

The private sector in Nigeria has been encouraged to improve on its implementation of constituency projects. This appeal was made at the policy dialogue on the role of the private sector in the implementation of constituency projects organised by OrderPaper.  The Senate Leader of the 10th assembly, Sen. Micheal Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), has called on the private sector to enhance its involvement in Zonal Intervention Projects (ZIPs) also known as constituency projects, ensuring...

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