Beyond lawmaking, the National Assembly performs a range of constitutional, legislative, oversight, and representative functions that shape Nigeria’s democratic governance. From the languages permitted during legislative proceedings to the role of parliamentary aides, oversight of public finances, constituency interventions, and the National Assembly’s legislative authority over the Federal Capital Territory, these facts offer a closer look at how Nigeria’s Parliament…

An informed citizenry is fundamental to a stronger democracy. Understanding the constitutional framework, institutional structure, and distinct responsibilities of the National Assembly provides greater insight into Nigeria’s legislative process. This edition of #Periscope presents five key facts that illuminate important aspects of the National Assembly’s organisation and constitutional mandate. Swipe through to explore the facts.

August offers another opportunity to renew our commitment to service, responsibility, and the collective pursuit of national progress. As we journey through the month, the House of Representatives remains dedicated to its constitutional responsibilities through purposeful representation, diligent oversight, and sustained engagement in the interest of the Nigerian people. We remain resolute in advancing accountable governance, responsive leadership, and initiatives…

The House of Representatives, during plenary on Thursday, adopted three Matters of Urgent Public Importance addressing disaster response, national security, and strategic infrastructure. The resolutions include: – National Security: House commends the coordinated efforts of security agencies in securing the release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, while urging sustained intelligence-driven operations to secure the freedom of all…

The House of Representatives, at Thursday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, undertook the consideration of key constitutional and legislative reforms. Members advanced significant measures on economic governance and national security, approved Committee reports, received new legislative proposals, considered Matters of Urgent Public Importance and public petitions, and took decisions on matters relating to…

The House of Representatives received 21 new bills in this Legislative week, covering healthcare, fiscal governance, financial services, agriculture, energy research, investment promotion, national resilience, education, artificial intelligence, public administration, and economic regulation. Key Bills Introduced: 1. National Systems Resilience Bill, 2026 (HB.2806) 2. Fiscal Responsibility Act Bill, 2026 (HB.2798) 3. Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act Bill, 2026 (HB.2799)…

As part of its legislative business on Thursday, the House of Representatives advanced six Bills to the Committee Stage following debate on their general principles. Collectively, the Bills seek to strengthen regional development, modernise financial governance, enhance national institutional resilience, expand nursing education, and improve access to tertiary healthcare services. The Bills include: Regional Development: A Bill to amend the…

As part of its legislative business on Thursday, the House of Representatives passed 19 Bills at Third Reading, including a Constitution Alteration Bill to establish State Police Services. The State Police bill is a landmark Bill to reform Nigeria’s human rights framework, and several other legislative measures aimed at strengthening national security, tackling financial crimes, expanding healthcare infrastructure, advancing fisheries…