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The Senate said the increase was necessary to ensure the timely and effective administration of justice. The post Senate passes bills to increase number of judges of Federal High Court, appellate court appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The House of Representatives has expressed its readiness to pass the State Police Bill on Thursday as part of efforts read more Reps set to pass state police bill Thursday – Deputy Speaker
The Yobe State Government (SSG) has pledged to pursue an additional N1 billion recapitalisation of Yobe Microfinance Bank to strengthen read more Goje pledges N1bn recapitalisation for Yobe Microfinance Bank
* Pledges to sustain infrastructure delivery across nation’s capital, inaugurates Abuja arterial road N5 Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday assured Nigerians that the Federal Capital Territory
* Blaze starts in Senate committee room shortly after NDDC board screening Sunday Aborisade in Abuja A fire outbreak on Wednesday disrupted activities in a section of the Senate wing
The fire was reportedly triggered by the explosion of a microwave oven that had been left unattended in the kitchen compartment of the committee room. The post Fire guts section of National Assembly building appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Organised labour on Wednesday joined former presidential candidate, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, civil society groups, youth organisations, women leaders and other advocates to launch the Movement for Democratic Renewal, MDR, in Abuja amid concerns ov...
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, arrived in Addis Ababa for the signing of the pact alongside the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi. The post FG, Ethiopia Finalise Deal To Transfer Over 100 Nigerian Prisoners appeared f...
Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has described the six-month suspension of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as one of the lowest moments of the 10th Senate, admitting that the incident negatively affected the chamber’s public image. The post Senator Natasha?...
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA—Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Dr. Somtochukwu Udeze, has recounted the rigorous process that led to the passage of the Anambra Homeland Law, saying lawmakers had to isolate themselves for weeks to properly deliberate and refine the legi...
According to the Executive Order, "No ministry, department, or agency—including the Ministry of Agriculture, local government authorities, traditional institutions, titleholders, or individuals within the state—shall allocate, permit, or confer any right of occupancy, whether...
According to the Executive Order, "No ministry, department, or agency—including the Ministry of Agriculture, local government authorities, traditional institutions, titleholders, or individuals within the state—shall allocate, permit, or confer any right of occupancy, whether...
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Armed assailants have murdered and beheaded a constituent of Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro in Benue South, with the attackers fleeing with the severed head of
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Armed assailants have murdered and beheaded a constituent of Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro in Benue South, with the attackers fleeing with the severed head of
The APC deputy governorship candidate expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and contribution to the growth of democracy in Nigeria. The post Lagos 2027: Sonayon-James thanks Tinubu, APC leaders, pledges support for Hamzat appeared first on Vanguard Ne...
* Bamidele: Reform will reduce case backlog, boost investor confidence Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Senate on Wednesday took a decisive step towards overhauling Nigeria’s overburdened judiciary, passing for second
The Senate leader said the period was not a pleasant one for the Senate leadership and the institution as a whole, as it diverted attention from governance and cast a shadow over the institution's reputation. The post Akpoti-Uduaghan saga distracted Nigerians from noticing Senate...
Benue pensioners are protesting unpaid arrears and gratuities, expressing regret over buying Governor Alia's nomination forms. They demand immediate payment of their dues.
An APC leader has downplayed Iyabo Obasanjo's departure from the party, emphasizing support for Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) in his 2027 gubernatorial campaign. This move signals continued confidence in Yayi's political aspirations.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to renew attacks on Iran, expressing frustration over what he perceives as deception in peace negotiations. His comments reflect ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
A Nigerian professional group, the Omituntun Initiative in the Diaspora (OID), has commended Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for his read more Diaspora group backs executive order, commends governor Makinde’s response to Oyo school abductions
The attack occurred at Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state. The post Three killed as police foil abduction in Kogi school appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Bwala's intervention comes amid a legal dispute triggered by a demand letter sent by Obi to Okonkwo over comments the former Labour Party chieftain allegedly made against him. The post ‘It’s like pilling garbage’ — Bwala wades into Obi, Okonkwo’s feud ap...
By Henry Umoru, Abuja The Senate has passed the Factoring, Assignments and Receivables Financing Bill, a major legislative effort aimed at improving access to finance for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and strengthening liquidity in the business sector. The Bill prov...
By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives on Wednesday advanced reforms to Nigeria’s price control regime as lawmakers passed a bill to amend the Price Control Act through second reading after a debate on its relevance to current economic realities. Leading the d...
…To increase number of Court of Appeal judges from 70 to 110 …High Court judges from 70 to 90 By Henry Umoru ABUJA — THE Senate has passed for second reading two bills seeking to expand the number of judges in the nation’s superior courts as part of efforts to decongest t...
Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja Armed bandits have killed the Vice Principal of Government Secondary School, Aharha Bunu, and two others after attack on Secondary schools at Iluke and its environment
The Senate has commenced an investigation into the killing of a public health worker, Ojama Emie, who was allegedly murdered by suspected armed herdsmen at Ugbobi Road junction in Ikobi, Apa Local Government Area of Benue State. The post Senate to probe murder of Benue health wor...
Damilola James, the Lagos APC deputy governorship candidate, has expressed her gratitude to President Tinubu and party leaders for her nomination. She appreciates the opportunity to serve and contribute to the party's goals.
The incident occurred in the kitchen compartment of Hearing Room 107 shortly after the Senate Committee on NDDC concluded the screening of Dr. Zainab Marwa, the nominee representing the North-East on the commission’s board. The post Senators Avert Fire Outbreak At National Asse...