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Nigeria’s state police bill heads to Tinubu after 28 states approve

Nigeria's National Assembly will send the state police bill to President Bola Tinubu for assent after verifying approval from 28 of 36 state legislatures.
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An estimated 14 million uncollected PVCs pose a test for Nigeria’s INEC

An estimated 14 million voter cards remain uncollected across Nigeria, Vanguard reports, raising concern at INEC ahead of the Jan. 16 presidential election.
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Nigerian Senate President Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations

Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Akpabio denies the claims as the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct reviews the case
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Tax Reform Bills Move Forward in the Senate

Key challenges resolved, Senate set to pass tax reform bills.
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The Tax Reform Bills Suggest A 55% Share of VAT To States

Senate passes tax bills that raise VAT share to states by 40%.
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Senators Split on Push for Regional Government in Nigeria

Nigerian senators are split over the push for regional governance, with proponents arguing for local autonomy and critics warning of the risks to national unity.
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Senate Increases Windfall Tax on Banks to 70%

Nigerian Senate raises windfall tax on banks' foreign exchange gains to 70%, targeting redistribution of government-driven profits.
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Senate Open to Approving New Presidential Jet Purchase

The Nigerian Senate is ready to approve the purchase of a new presidential jet if President Bola Tinubu requests it, emphasizing their commitment to responsible governance.
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Senate Approves 300% Salary Increase for Nigerian Judicial Officers

The Nigerian Senate approves a 300% salary increase for judicial officers, enhancing compensation to ensure judicial independence and integrity.
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Femi Falana Accuses Akpabio of Violating Senator Ningi’s Right to Fair Hearing

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has requested for the reinstatement of the suspended...
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Senate Faces Intense Scrutiny Amid Budget Padding Scandal

Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate finds itself under intense scrutiny following revelations of a...
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Nigerian Senate Tightens Rules to Protect Leadership from Ouster

The Nigerian Senate has amended its standing orders to make it harder for its...
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Nigeria’s state police bill heads to Tinubu after 28 states approve

Nigeria's National Assembly will send the state police bill to President Bola Tinubu for assent after verifying approval from 28 of 36 state legislatures.
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An estimated 14 million uncollected PVCs pose a test for Nigeria’s INEC

An estimated 14 million voter cards remain uncollected across Nigeria, Vanguard reports, raising concern at INEC ahead of the Jan. 16 presidential election.
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Nigeria warns agency heads of sanctions over inflated contracts

Nigeria's federal government says heads of state-owned enterprises who award inflated contracts outside procurement law will face sanctions, in a new directive from George Akume.
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Lagos police rescue three girls from suspected trafficking in Badagry, hunt for traffickers

A routine patrol in Badagry stopped a motorcycle carrying three girls who police say are trafficking victims, and officers are now hunting the suspected traffickers.