HallowMace Foundation ED, Anderson cautions Akpabio against high-handedness

By Chibuike Nwabuko Following the seeming discontentment among Senators of the 10th Assembly over the leadership style of the current Senate President, Godswil Akpabio, the Executive Director, Hallowmace Foundation, Sunny Anderson Osiebe has appealed to the Senate President against any form of high-handedness. Osiebe also warned members of the Senate against any plan of impeachment,… Continue reading HallowMace Foundation ED, Anderson cautions Akpabio against high-handedness

10th NASS: An X-ray of Reps Speaker, Dr Tajudeen Abbas’ Leadership Styles

BY Obute JamesThe 10th National Assembly was inaugurated on Tuesday 13th June, 2023. The Nigeria legislature consists of two chambers, the Senate (109 Senators) and House of Representatives (360 Members). The legislature at the state level is unicameral while National Assembly serves as parliament for Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The political atmosphere was charged prior… Continue reading 10th NASS: An X-ray of Reps Speaker, Dr Tajudeen Abbas’ Leadership Styles

Power: Hon Ogene makes case for investment in renewable energy, hails House leadership

Newly appointed Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy, Hon. Afam Victor Ogene, has assured that the committee would lead the charge in formulation of vital policies for a new direction in the nation’s energy needs and enabling technologies, away from the dwindling fossil energy, to a more sustainable and cleaner renewable… Continue reading Power: Hon Ogene makes case for investment in renewable energy, hails House leadership

See what Akpabio said to NASC on insecurity, filthy environment of NASS complex

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has decried the filthy environment and insecurity at the National Assembly complex as the 10th NASS settle for legislative work. Indeed, Akpabio said lawmakers are no longer safe because of infiltration of people who have no business in the complex, saying lawmakers have lost their telephones to… Continue reading See what Akpabio said to NASC on insecurity, filthy environment of NASS complex

Protection of civilians in conflict A Sacred Duty of all – NHR insusts

As CIVIC marks its 20th anniversary The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the government and other stakeholders to rally around and protect civilians and human rights of all kinds, saying that doing so remains a sacred duty of not only the government but also non-state actors. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chief… Continue reading Protection of civilians in conflict A Sacred Duty of all – NHR insusts

NGF: United Nations, others critical to Nigeria’s dev’t, says Gov. AbdulRahman

Chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq Wednesday in Abuja stressed the need for deeper collaborations between the United Nations and the state Governments in order to achieve human capital development, revenue generation, and general economic growth. The Kwara State Governor stated this during the meeting of the forum in Abuja when they… Continue reading NGF: United Nations, others critical to Nigeria’s dev’t, says Gov. AbdulRahman

Sen. Obinna Ogba appeals to Buhari to assent NSC, Federal Uni of Sports bill before exit

Distinguished Senator Obinna Ogba has appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to give assent to the National Sports, Commission (NSC) and Federal University of Sports bill passed by the two Chambers of the national assembly before his exit on Sunday. Sen . Ogba who made the appeal on Wednesday in Abuja said the two bills if… Continue reading Sen. Obinna Ogba appeals to Buhari to assent NSC, Federal Uni of Sports bill before exit

10th Assembly ‘ Sen. Morro expresses surprise APC not considering North Central for key positions

Senator Abah Morro representing Benue South Senatorial District at the National Assembly who also a Senator -elect for the 10th Senate has expressed surprise that the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) are not considering the North Central in their National Assembly leadership positions’ allocations. Sen. Morro made this known on Wednesday in Abuja while reacting… Continue reading 10th Assembly ‘ Sen. Morro expresses surprise APC not considering North Central for key positions

10th NASS: South-East Technocrats Back Orji Kalu For Senate President

A group of respected South-East professionals and technocrats under the aegis of South East Progressive Minds (SEPM), has backed the current Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu for President of the 10th Senate. The group in a letter of comfort, felicitation and support signed by Chief Comrade Iruke J. D. M (Convener) and… Continue reading 10th NASS: South-East Technocrats Back Orji Kalu For Senate President

2023 Elections: NHRC Deploys Over 800 Election Observers Across The Federation

As the voting hours get closer, the National Human Rights Commission has deployed over 800 Election Observers to monitor the general conduct of the 2023 Elections with specific focus on the conduct of the security personnel. The Executive Secretary made this disclosure on the eve of the commencement of the general elections saying the commitment… Continue reading 2023 Elections: NHRC Deploys Over 800 Election Observers Across The Federation