NANS Fixes January 14 for Nationwide Protest Against Tinubu’s New Tax Laws
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced January 14, 2026, as a National Day of Action to protest the implementation of the Federal Government’s new tax laws, which took effect on January 1. The student body says it has begun…
Fresh Tax Laws Face Pushback from Reps, Students as Court Battle Begins
Tension continued to rise on Monday over Nigeria’s newly passed tax laws as lawmakers, students and civil society groups stepped up pressure on the Federal Government to suspend their implementation, while a court battle over the legislation officially…
House of Reps Approves Mandatory Electronic Transmission of Election Results, Jail Term for False Declarations
The House of Representatives has approved a proposal requiring the real-time transmission of election results. The resolution was passed on Wednesday during a clause-by-clause review of a report seeking amendments to the Electoral Act 2022. The new…
Reps Launch Probe Into Alleged Diversion of N1.12 Trillion Agricultural Funds
The House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has commenced a full-scale investigation into the alleged mismanagement and diversion of over N1.12 trillion allocated for key agricultural intervention programmes in Nigeria.The…
Reps Grill CBN Gov, Finance Minister Over Delayed Contractor Payments Amid Fears of Project Collapse
The House of Representatives has summoned key economic and financial officials over the persistent non-payment of contractors for certified federal projects executed since October 2024. At the center of the probe are Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Yemi…
House of Representatives Proposes 5-Year Jail Time for Examination Malpractice Offenders
The recent proposal by the House of Representatives to impose severe penalties on individuals involved in examination malpractices has drawn significant attention. The proposed legislation, known as the “Examination Malpractices Act (Repeal and…
House of Reps Declares Edo Deputy Governor’s Seat Vacant
The Ovia North-East/Ovia South-West federal constituency seat in Edo State, previously occupied by Dennis Idahosa, has officially been declared vacant. This announcement follows Idahosa’s election and swearing-in as the Deputy Governor of Edo State. The…
Southern Rep Caucus Backs Tax Reform Bills, Emphasizes Dialogue and Amendments
Members of the House of Representatives from the 17 southern states expressed support for the tax reform bills presented to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu, describing them as beneficial for the nation. The four tax reform bills—Nigeria…
House of Representatives Officially Responds to Allegations of Assault Involving Member Alex Ikwechegh and Bolt Driver
The House of Representatives has officially responded to the alleged assault incident involving its member, Alex Ikwechegh, and a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya. The incident gained attention after a viral video surfaced, showing the driver recounting…
Bobrisky: House of Representatives Launches Investigation into Bribery Allegations Against EFCC and NCS Following Explosive Claims by VeryDarkMan
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has initiated an investigation into bribery allegations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS). This development follows social critic Martins…