Monday, July 6, 2026

House of Representatives

June 9, 2026

ACCI seeks suspension of sugar-sweetened beverage tax bill

ACCI urged lawmakers to suspend consideration of the sugar-sweetened beverages tax amendment bill and to undertake a comprehensive review of its nationwide economic implications.

Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Investment
June 8, 2026

CPPE urges Reps to reject sugar-sweetened beverage tax bill

The Senate passed a Customs, Excise Tariff, etc., (Consolidation) Act (Amendment) Bill 2025 to reform excise duties on sugar-sweetened beverages.

House of Representatives in plenary
June 6, 2026

FG, partners promote climate-friendly building materials

According to her, Nigeria’s urban population continues to grow at an unprecedented rate.

NIGERIAN BRICKLAYERS
June 3, 2026

81 Reps members elect Ugochinyere as minority leader

Mr Ugochinyere’s emergence follows the resignation of the former Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda.

Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere
June 3, 2026

Sheriff unit begins auctioning of ex-Kaduna lawmaker’s property over $1 million, N11.2 million debt

The court ordered the confiscation of the property of Mr Sha’aban used as collateral for the loans.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
June 2, 2026

Reps adopt 26 reports on public petitions

Among the adopted reports is a petition by 530 disengaged staff members of the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA).

House of Representatives in plenary
June 2, 2026

Reps seek rescue of abducted Oyo school teachers, pupils

Mr Alao-Akala re-echoed calls for the decentralisation of Nigeria’s security architecture.

House of Representatives,
May 30, 2026

Women groups seek greater political representation in Adamawa

Ms Sawa encouraged women not to be discouraged by political challenges.

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
May 26, 2026

UN Women raises concern over low female representation in Nigeria’s politics 

Ms Eyong described the proposed Reserve Seats Bill before the National Assembly as a major opportunity for transformative inclusion of women in politics.

UN women logo
May 25, 2026

Former Reps member wins Benue ADC governorship ticket

Mr Tukura said Mr Hembe satisfied all requirements of the party.

Herman Hembe