From the first lady of Benue state to the House of Representatives, Regina Akume comes to parliament with the experience of enjoying perks and privileges. Will her background spur her to deliver service effectively or hamper her? Rep. Regina Akume is the wife of Sen. George Akume, the former governor of Benue State and the incumbent Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). Over the years, she has proved to be a powerful anchor...
The student loan policy has garnered significant traction recently with its indefinite postponement just 48 hours before its scheduled launch and a letter to the National Assembly from the President seeking a repeal and re-enactment of the Act. The long-awaited implementation of the student loan policy garnered significant traction as the Federal Government announced the indefinite postponement of the scheme, just 48 hours before its scheduled launch. The criticisms levelled at the qualifying requirements for...
In this week’s GESI Tracker, for March 11th to 15th, 2024, the National Assembly highlights important Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) components, including the urgent need to address the challenges faced by out-of-school children and the Student Loans Scheme. GESI TRACKER: Student loan and need to support out-of-school children The need to support out-of-school children. In Nigeria, millions of children are out of school due to poverty, limited access, gender, conflict,...
Despite the recommendations of the Oronsaye report and the clamour for leaner and more efficient government parastatals, legislative contradictions continue to abound, with 1477 establishment bills sponsored before the National Assembly in the past five years. Over time, the Oronsaye Report has often been called a beacon of reform and a blueprint for streamlining bureaucracy and enhancing efficiency. Commissioned in 2011 by the Goodluck Jonathan administration, the report aimed to rationalise government agencies and reduce...
In a significant affirmation of its status as Nigeria’s preeminent policy think tank that bridges the gap between citizens and parliament, OrderPaper has been listed as a key partner in the implementation of the Parliamentary Development Programme (PDP) of the 10th House of Representatives for the period 2023-2027 The 10th House of Representatives recently unveiled its four-year development plan, titled Parliamentary Development Programme (PDP) for the 10th House of Representatives, National Assembly, 2023-2027. This event...
Despite being a critical stakeholder in Nigeria’s oil industry, the NNPC failed to honour the committee’s summons, glaringly absent from proceedings crucial to uncovering the truth. The House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating crude oil theft and revenue loss in Nigeria has delivered an indictment against the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd (NNPC). The report, seen exclusively by OrderPaper, is based on meticulous scrutiny and testimonies from various stakeholders and paints a troubling picture...
“We dare say that if this Act had been amended in good time, Nigeria might have been spared the current macroeconomic challenges it found itself grappling with.” The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has restated the need for the amendment of the Fiscal Responsibility Act to eliminate the inbuilt limitations within the Act. Executive Chairman, FRC, Victor Muruako, Esq. Made this call on Monday in Abuja at a capacity-building workshop designed for members of the National...
In the 10th Senate so far, it is rare to have a plenary session where Oshiomhole does not make a significant contribution. As a norm, the Senate exercises legislative authority in representation, making laws and carrying out oversight and some senators are notably making concerted efforts to close up the gaps left by their predecessors. Presently, public confidence in legislators is very low and with the rate of increasing interest in the legislature, political observers...
Sam Onuigbo served in the 9th assembly alongside deputy speaker Kalu and is thus in a good position to speak to his leadership style and capacity Member representing the South-East on the Governing Board of the North-East Development Commission (NEDC), Rep. Sam Onuigbo has hailed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, as a true example of how governance impacts the common man when leaders approach it as a collaboration...
Unexplained wealth should be confiscated to help curb illicit financial flow and other corrupt practices, argues the EFCC The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for the adoption of the Unexplained Wealth Order (UWO), which mandates people to reveal the sources of their unexplained wealth. According to the EFCC chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, establishing legislation against unexplained wealth will check fraud, corruption and other criminal activities in the country. He urged this while...
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