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10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Reps sponsor 69 agriculture bills in one year

Amid calls for revitalizing the non-oil sector, the 10th House of Representatives has sponsored a total of 69 agriculture bills Since the 1960s, agriculture has been a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, employing over 60% of the population and making significant contributions to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).  The agricultural sector is broadly categorised into four main divisions: crop production, livestock, fishing, and forestry. These divisions highlight the country’s diverse agricultural landscape, which is essential...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 7 Oyo Reps post zero bill in one year 

Seven out of seventeen Oyo lawmakers failed to sponsor a bill as fourteen Reps and three senators had 26 bills in the first year of the NASS   Aside from oversight and representation, the core function of the legislature is lawmaking for the good governance and well-being of citizens.  Members of the 10th Senate and House of Representatives processed a total number of 1,650 bills in one year. Out of which, lawmakers representing Oyo state account...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 7 missing in action as Lagos lawmakers post 153 bills

Of the 153 bills sponsored by Lagos lawmakers, only 7 have been passed so far while 7 Rep members had no bill to their names in the first year of the 10th National Assembly  In the first year of the 10th National Assembly (June 2023 to May 2024), the 27 lawmakers from Lagos State made significant contributions to the legislative process. Their performance in terms of bill sponsorship was notably higher compared to their counterparts...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 100 private sector bills sponsored in Reps 

The House of Representatives introduced 100 bills in its first year aimed at enhancing the private sector.  The private sector in Nigeria is vital for driving economic growth and development, significantly contributing to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), investment, and job creation. As Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria has seen substantial growth in non-oil sectors such as services, agriculture, and industry, with the private sector playing a pivotal role.  In the first year of the 10th House...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 14 senate bills on natural resource governance

The first year of the 10th Senate has been marked by a sluggish pace in bill proposals, with only 14 focusing on natural resource governance Despite Nigeria’s rich natural resource base, a perceived slow legislative activity to harness the sector raises concerns, particularly given Nigeria’s urgent economic challenges. As Africa’s most populous nation and one of the most resource-rich countries globally, Nigeria continues to face a significant debt burden. Despite possessing vast natural resources, such...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Security accounts for 7 percent of House bills

Security bills represents 7.2 percent of the 1175 House bills processed in the first year of the 10th House. While security is a fundamental aspect of societal stability and individual well-being, it remains a pressing issue in Nigeria, encompassing personal safety, national defense, and cybersecurity. The security sector faces significant challenges, including terrorism, banditry, and intercommunal violence, which have hindered the ability of responsible agencies to protect lives and property effectively.  In the first year...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Senate gets 53 finance and economy bills in 1st year

53 finance-related bills were introduced in the first year of the 10th Senate, fueling concerns regarding the legislative body’s effectiveness in addressing the country’s pressing economic challenges. Amid severe inflation, escalating public debt, and declining investor confidence, the introduction of these 53 bills send a mixed message, especially with many stalled at first reading. The current economic turmoil in the country necessitates urgent and decisive action from the legislative arm to stabilize the economy, restore...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 35 agriculture bills sponsored in senate

In a notable push towards revitalizing the agricultural sector, the 10th Senate of Nigeria proposed 35 agriculture-related bills during its first year. The 35 bills on agriculture proposed in the senate represent 7.3 percent of the 475 total recorded between June 2023 and May 2024. While this notable figure indicates an intention to enhance agriculture, it also underscores a significant concern: 35 bills amay be insufficient given Nigeria’s vast potential for agricultural development. The country...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: 318 education bills proposed under one year in Reps 

In its inaugural year, the 10th National Assembly considered a total of 1,175 bills, with education bills comprising 27 percent – 318 bills – dedicated to shaping the future of the sector in the nation. Education serves as the bedrock of society, laying the groundwork for rapid development and influencing the social, economic, and political landscape.  In the first year of the 10th assembly, education bills accounted for 27 percent of the total number of...

10TH NASS REPORT CARD: Six Kogi Reps sponsored no bill in one year

Karimi, Natasha and other Kogi lawmakers record stagnant bills as six Kogi Reps sponsor no bill in one year of the 10th National Assembly  Legislators’ performance is typically rated based on constituency representation, committee involvement or oversight and legislative output. However, legislative output, which is measured by the number and quality of bills sponsored or co-sponsored by a legislator, including how many successfully become laws that can enhance the good governance and well-being of citizens,...

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