This week, the House of Representatives introduced 13 new bills, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening national institutions, improving public health systems, and expanding access to education and justice. The bills reflect a continued focus on legislative reform, economic development, and citizen-centered service delivery hallmarks of the People’s House Legislative Agenda (2023- 2027).
Key Bills Introduced:
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention Act (Amendment) Bill
Administration of Criminal Justice Act (Amendment) Bill
Counterfeit and Fake Drugs Act (Amendment) Bill
National Directorate of Employment Act (Amendment) Bill
Matrimonial Causes Act (Amendment) Bill
These proposals, alongside others seeking amendments to foundational legislation such as the Compulsory, Free Universal Basic Education Act and the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, reflect a deepening of legislative oversight and policy innovation in Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape.
