Abuja – The House of Representatives is to hold a plenary on Wednesday to facilitate the passage of three (3) Bills, which are of Urgent Public Importance.
The bills are, the Proceeds of Crime Bill, the Money Laundering Prohibition Act Amendment Bill and the Terrorism Prevention Act Amendment Bill.
A statement from the Clerk House of Representatives, Dr Yahaya Danzaria, said the passage of the three bills would equally enable Nigeria meet some international deadlines and obligations.
Already the Senate has passed the bills, waiting for concurrence from the House for the bills to be communicated to the President for assent.
They are aimed at strengthening the fight against terrorism, crimes and money laundering, among others.
The Statement read: “I am directed to inform all Hon Members, Legislative Staff, Media and the General Public that the House will hold Plenary on Wednesday 4th May, 2022, by 11:00 am.
“This is intended to facilitate the passage of 3 Bills which are of Urgent Public Importance and equally enable Nigeria meet some international deadlines and obligations.
“The Bills include: Proceeds of Crime Bill, Money Laundering Prohibition (Amendment) Bill 2011 and Terrorism Prevention Act.”