News

Reps committee threatens to scrap agencies over repeated budgets

Leah TwakiJanuary 14, 20254 min

The committee threatened to recommend the scrapping of some agencies over uncompleted projects and discrepancies in budget presentation The House of Representatives committee on science and engineering has expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of some government agencies, warning that it may recommend their scrapping if they fail to meet their mandates. The committee, chaired by Rep. Inuwa Garba (PDP Gombe), made the threaat during a budget defense session with the Director-General of the Sheda Science...

Senate

Senate gives Julius Berger ultimatum on highway, other national projects

Sharon EboesomiJanuary 14, 20254 min

Prior to the investigative hearing, Julius Berger Nigeria sent an apology to the senate for refusing to appear before its committee on works for explanation on abandoned projects. The senate committee on works has mandated Julius Berger Plc to accelerate the completion of the Odukpani-Itu-Ikot Ekpene highway and other critical infrastructure projects under its jurisdiction, emphasising urgency, quality, and sustainability in delivery. This ultimatum was made during an investigative hearing on Tuesday where the committee...

Senate

Senate threatens zero allocation to information ministry if…

Sharon EboesomiJanuary 14, 20253 min

Given the critical role the information sector plays in advancing the agenda of President Tinubu, Sen. Eze noted that the committee unanimously agreed to return the proposed budget. The senate committee on information and national orientation has rejected the N8.9 billion budget proposal for the federal ministry of information and national orientation in the 2025 budget, deeming it grossly inadequate. Consequently, the committee has summoned the minister of budget and economic planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, for...

State Assemblies

End of an Era: Behind Obasa’s sudden impeachment as Lagos speaker

Abdullahi A BalogunJanuary 14, 20255 min

In his absence from plenary, the House voted to remove him, subsequently electing Mrs. Mojisola Meranda, his deputy speaker representing Apapa Constituency I, as the first female speaker in the history of Lagos State House of Assembly. In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through Lagos State’s political landscape, the Lagos State House of Assembly, on Monday removed its long-serving Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, marking the end of his decade-long leadership...

National Assembly Politics Spotlight

For females, youths and the marginalised: What to watch for in 2025 | GESI Tracker

Jokpa Mudia ErusiafeJanuary 14, 20254 min

2025 promises significant legislative interventions affecting the lives of women, youth, and marginalised communities. As the new year 2025 kicks off, this edition of our Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) focuses on legislative interventions anticipated to receive attention. Bills driving gender equality and inclusion In 2025, we look forward to the deliberation of transformative bills designed to address gender gaps and promote inclusivity across key sectors in Nigeria. Notable among the proposed laws already in...

National Assembly Politics RemTrack

2025 Budget: Overview of the extractive sector | RemTracker

Timileyin OkunlolaJanuary 14, 20254 min

The extractive sector, including petroleum and solid minerals development, forms the bedrock of the economy of Nigeria The budget serves as a critical framework for any nation’s economic strategy, guiding financial allocations and shaping development priorities. It is an essential element of the economy, providing a comprehensive blueprint that outlines where funds will be directed and how they will be utilized to achieve government objectives. By establishing clear priorities, the budget plays a vital role...

Senate

Tax reform bills set for public hearing soon – senate

Sharon EboesomiJanuary 14, 20253 min

FIRS Chairman, Zacch Adedeji said all grey areas in the tax reform bills have been resolved, with no further meetings required. The senate has signaled progress on the tax reform bills, with public hearings set to be held soon, paving the way for their passage at third reading. Chairman of the senate ad-hoc committee on tax reforms, Sen. Abba Moro (PDP, Benue south) confirmed this on Monday while speaking to journalists after a two-hour closed-door...

House of Representatives

2025 Budget Defence: Reps committee on Army holds session in camera

Leah TwakiJanuary 14, 20252 min

The committee thereafter said it is satisfied with the Nigeria Army’s 2024 budget implementation The House of Representatives committee on army has expressed satisfaction with the level of implementation of the 2024 budget. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Aminu Balele (APC Katsina), made this known on Monday while addressing journalists after a closed-door session with the officers of the Nigerian Army to review their 2025 budget proposal. Rep. Balele emphasised the need to enhance the...

National Assembly Politics

2025 Budget: JAMB under fire for alleged mismanagement of funds

Sharon EboesomiJanuary 13, 20252 min

The board remitted N4 billion to the Consolidated Revenue Fund in 2024 whereas it received N6 billion from the Federal Government. Lawmakers have raised concerns over the financial operations of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), questioning its fiscal prudence and the logic of government funding for a revenue-generating agency. These concerns were raised on Monday during an interactive session of the joint committee of the Senate and House of Representatives chaired by Sen....

House of Representatives

Reps urge Tinubu to sack appointees for ignoring invitations

Leah TwakiJanuary 13, 20253 min

The minister of interior, Comptroller General of Customs, and the Controller of Immigration have been issued a warning to appear The House of Representatives committee on customs and excise has called on President Bola Tinubu to dismiss heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) who fail to honor invitations from the legislature. The call was made during an investigative hearing held at the national assembly complex in Abuja on Monday, where several key stakeholders were...

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