Monday, 24th – Friday, 28th February, 2025 Wondering what to expect at the Green Chamber this week? It’s a week of national conversations on critical subjects, including: • Strengthening Nigeria’s teacher education system • Fostering a more efficient and equitable tax system • Promoting gender equity, economic empowerment, and national development Stay informed. Participate in the discussions. Make your voice…
The House of Representatives is set to hold a Public Hearing on four key Tax Reform Bills currently at the Committee Stage, as part of its commitment to fostering a more efficient and equitable tax system in Nigeria. To ensure broad-based stakeholder engagement, the schedule is as follows: Date: Wednesday, 26th – Friday, 28th February 2025 Time: 12:00 noon daily…
The House of Representatives, through its Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, in collaboration with Nigerian Women Magazine, is set to host the Nigerian Women Leadership and Empowerment Conference 2025, alongside the unveiling of a Compendium, Awards, and Dinner. The event is scheduled as follows: Date: Thursday, 27th February, 2025 Time: 12:00 Noon Venue: NAF Conference Centre, Kado, Abuja…
As we continue the review of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Committee commenced a two-day retreat today with the objective of reviewing the bills under consideration, engaging in meaningful discourse, and strategically planning to fulfill our constitutional mandate. With over 200 amendment bills under review, the Committee will focus on streamlining these proposals across various thematic areas to facilitate…
This week, the House of Representatives took decisive action by establishing two key Adhoc Committees to address critical national issues. These Committees have been mandated to provide crucial insights and propose actionable solutions to the ongoing challenges. – Adhoc Committee to Investigate the Osun Local Councils’ Crisis – Adhoc Committee to Investigate Allegations of Funding for Boko Haram and Other…
The House of Representatives has made public the Order Paper for today’s plenary session, outlining the key legislative activities set for deliberation. The agenda reflects the House’s ongoing commitment to enacting laws and addressing matters of national importance. Today’s session will feature the presentation of petitions, discussions on matters of urgent public importance, and personal explanations before proceeding to the…
The House of Representatives is deeply saddened by the passing of Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Leader, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON, a towering statesman, fearless advocate for justice, and an unwavering champion for the Niger Delta and Nigeria as a whole. His death at the age of 97 marks the end of an era of courageous leadership and principled…
The House of Representatives has released the Order Paper for today’s plenary session, outlining key legislative activities scheduled for consideration. The House will entertain Petitions, Matters of Urgent Public Importance, and Personal Explanations before proceeding to the presentation of bills. Highlights of the Legislative Agenda for Today: 1. *Presentation of Bills* – Several bills will undergo their First Reading, including:…
This week, 12 new bills were introduced on the floor of the Green Chamber, covering key areas of the People’s House Legislative Agenda, including economic growth, law reform, and security. The proposed pieces of legislation aim to enhance revenue generation, strengthen national infrastructure, and improve Nigeria’s policing framework, road safety, and public safety measures. Members of the House of Representatives…
The House of Representatives deeply mourns the passing of Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, esteemed leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere. His demise marks the end of an era and the loss of a true nationalist and elder statesman whose lifelong service to the country will never be forgotten. Chief Adebanjo’s contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape were monumental. A distinguished…
