The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D has said as the world marks the International Day of the Girl Child today, all stakeholders have a role to play in their education, growth and welfare. This year’s edition is themed: ‘Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being.’ While noting that…

As Nigeria joins the global community to mark the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has called for investment in the girl-child, saying that it will increase the visibility of the female gender in the political space and aid Nigeria’s economic…

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has given a ray of hope on the 5 rejected gender bills, assuring that the 10th House would revisit them including those not accorded presidential assent. Kalu gave the assurance on Tuesday when the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC), the NCAA,…

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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has voiced deep concern over the growing issue of inadequate girl-child education and the alarming incidence of Sexual Gender-Based Violence against girls in Nigeria. This concern was brought to light on Thursday during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Female…

In today’s parliamentary session, Hon. Moshood Kayode Akiolu led a compelling debate on a proposed bill that could have profound implications for the regulation and professionalization of the third sector. This legislation, titled “A Bill for an Act to Provide for Establishment of the Chartered Institute of Cooperatives and Social Enterprise Management,” aims to establish…

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has commended Nigerian teachers for their immense contributions to nation building, assuring them of executive and legislature partnership to improve their well-being. Kalu who gave the assurance at the plenary on Thursday, in celebration of the 2023 World Teacher’s Day, noted that…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, has congratulated teachers in Nigeria and all over the world on the occasion of this year’s World Teachers’ Day, noting their immeasurable contributions to society. The Speaker, who is an academic-turned-lawmaker, described teachers as destiny moulders and life changers. He also hailed teachers…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, has said that the Conference of Speakers and Heads of African Parliaments (CoSAP) must continue and be strengthened for parliaments around the continent to find legislative solutions to the challenges facing their respective countries. CoSAP is an initiative of some speakers and heads…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has rejoiced with Lieutenant General Alani Akinrinade (rtd.) on the occasion of his 84th birthday. Senator Akpabio, in a message endorsed by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, described Akinrinade as an enduring icon in the struggle to keep Nigeria one. Noting Akinrinade’s role in…

…says vote of N100 billion for CNG mass transit buses commendable Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has appreciated the agreement reached by the Federal government and the Organized Labour which led the suspense of the planned industrial strike action, saying it saved the nation from going into economic shocks. He…

Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu Presents Legislation to Establish Bio-Fuels Energy Industry Framework. In a significant move towards a greener and more sustainable energy future, the House of Representatives has passed for Second reading a Bill for an Act to Provide a Policy Framework for the Development of Bio-Fuels Energy Industry in Nigeria” The bill which…

Deputy Speaker backs Imo Gov’s reelection bid Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has thrown his weight behind the efforts of the south east governors in rooting out insecurity in the geopolitical zone. A statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr. Levinus Nwabughiogu stated that Kalu made the…

Babs Adesanya In the quest for a better Nigeria, it is imperative that the Legislature and Labour unions come together to forge a powerful partnership. This collaboration holds the potential to bring about positive change and address critical issues facing the nation. By combining the legislative authority with the organized strength of labour unions, Nigeria…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D has approved the appointment of Prof. Jake Dan-Azumi as his Chief of Staff. The appointment, according to a press statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, takes effect from October 17, 2023. Prof. Jake Dan-Azumi…