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Oyo school kidnap survivor tells court of 56 days without clean water

A teacher abducted from an Oriire school in May told the Federal High Court how 46 captives, including toddlers, survived 56 days on dirty water and plain rice.

Civil servants warn Oyedele over 40% allowance he promised to fund

Federal workers have written to Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele warning that the unpaid 40% peculiar allowance and promotion arrears are building restiveness in the public service.

Reps Raise Alarm Over Terrorists Threats To Bomb National Assembly

Reps reveal terrorist threats to bomb the National Assembly and propose a bill to improve security at Nigeria’s legislature.

Reps Launch Probe Into Excessive Bank Charges

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has ordered an investigation into arbitrary deductions by commercial banks and directed the CBN to publish a clear list of approved charges.

House of Reps Recovers ₦11.49bn from Oil Companies

The House of Representatives recovers ₦11.49 billion (about $23.3 million) from oil companies as part of ongoing efforts to ensure financial accountability.

Reps Probe Utilization of Take-Off Grants, Bailout Funds from 2015 to Date

The House of Representatives investigates take-off grants and bailout funds, with a focus on transparency and accountability

Bill to Bar Over-60s from Running for President, Governor Passes

The Nigerian House of Representatives passes a bill to prevent individuals over 60 from contesting for President or Governor, alongside other key reforms.

National Assembly Postpones Plenary Resumption to February 4

Budget defense activities force the National Assembly to delay the commencement of plenary sessions until February 4.

Reps Back MOFI’s Drive to Recover Federal Assets and Investments

In fact, MOFI’s efforts to recover federal assets and investments are supported by the lawmakers.

Reps Demand GCON Honor for Speaker Abbas

The House of Representatives has called for Speaker Abbas to be awarded the GCON honor, challenging the perceived inequality between the legislative chambers.

Reps Explain Delay in Fulfilling Half-Salary Donation Pledge

The House of Representatives addresses the delay in its half-salary donation pledge, clarifying salary discrepancies and ensuring future transparency.

House Backs Cybercrime Levy, Urges Clear Communication on Target

Nigerian lawmakers have reaffirmed their support for the controversial cybercrime levy, insisting it applies only to businesses that profit from cyberspace activities. This move follows public confusion surrounding the levy's implementation.

Nigerian Lawmakers Grill Customs Boss over Audit Queries

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) faced tough questions from the House of Representatives' Public...

NDDC Seeks FG’s Intervention over N2 Trillion Debt

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has appealed to the federal government to intervene...

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Oyo school kidnap survivor tells court of 56 days without clean water

A teacher abducted from an Oriire school in May told the Federal High Court how 46 captives, including toddlers, survived 56 days on dirty water and plain rice.

Civil servants warn Oyedele over 40% allowance he promised to fund

Federal workers have written to Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele warning that the unpaid 40% peculiar allowance and promotion arrears are building restiveness in the public service.

Kara Bridge repairs push Lagos-Ibadan gridlock 15km into Lagos

Repairs to Kara Bridge expansion joints have paralyzed the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway again, with some commuters reaching home after 2 a.m. and engineers questioning past work.

Ondo herbal drink deaths climb to 49 as crisis spreads to Irele

Deaths linked to a suspected poisonous herbal drink in Ondo State have climbed to 49, with the crisis now reaching Irele Local Government Area.