14 h. ago AUATON Petitions National Assembly Over Violations By Uber, Bolt, Indrive

The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) has petitioned the National Assembly, urging lawmakers to take decisive action against ride-hailing platforms, Uber, Bolt, and Indrive over alleged corporate negligence, unsafe work conditions and violations of drivers’ fundamental rights. In a petition submitted to the Chairman of the Public Petition Committee at the National […]

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16 h. ago Transporters petition NASS over alleged victimisation of drivers by e

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) has petitioned the National Assembly over what it described as systemic corporate violence, repeated victimisation and the misclassification of app-based transport workers by leading ride-hailing companies such as Uber, Bolt and In Drive. The petition, dated May 1, 2025, and submitted to […] The post Transporters petition NASS over alleged victimisation of drivers by e-hailing companies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago May Day: National Assembly Won’t Allow Any Workers To Be Victimized — Akpabio

Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has hailed Nigerian workers for their productivity, diligence, commitment to duty, and resilience, assuring them that they wont be victimized under the watch of the 10th senate. Speaking in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, on Thursday, Akpabio acknowledged the hard work and dedication […] The post May Day: National Assembly Won’t Allow Any Workers To Be Victimized — Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Insecurity: Kwara Assembly Recommends Drug Test For Okada, Tricycle Operators

The Kwara State House of Assembly has asked the state government to collaborate with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in order to conduct a drug integrity test for all registered commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators in the state. It also asked the state government to direct the Ministry of Transportation to register and […]

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36 h. ago Worker’s Day: Oyo South Senator Salutes Workers, Advocates Fair Wages

The lawmaker representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli has extended warm heartfelt appreciation to all workers on the occasion of the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration. Senator Alli commended their resilience, dedication and unwavering contributions to the development of Oyo State as well as the nation while advocating for fair […]

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49 h. ago National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The National Assembly has pledged full support for The Progressive Institute, a training body launched by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to equip young Nigerians with democratic and leadership skills. Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau made this commitment during a courtesy visit by the institute’s Director General, Dr Lanre Adebayo, and […] The post National Assembly endorses APC’s Progressive Institute, urges outreach to ECOWAS, other parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pledged that the 10th National Assembly will prioritise workers’ welfare, security, safety, and service conditions, ensuring labour-friendly legislation receives due attention. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio vowed to protect workers’ rights, stating, “Under our eyes, […] The post Akpabio assures workers of National Assembly’s focus on welfare, labour-friendly laws appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Agbakoba Demands Retraction Of Natasha’s Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Akpabio

Renowned senior lawyer and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has written a second letter to the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central in the National Assembly, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, demanding a retraction of what he described as her “clearly false and unsubstantiated” sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. […]

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3 d. ago ‘Many Lawmakers End Up Poorer After Joining National Assembly’, Says Ex

A former Senator, who represented Kebbi South senatorial district in the National Assembly, Bala Ibn Na’Allah, has made a startling revelation about the financial realities facing many members of the National Assembly, stating that several lawmakers who ventured into politics with hopes of amassing wealth ended up poorer after their tenure in ths Parliament. LEADERSHIP […]

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4 d. ago INEC Chairman Calls For Electoral Reforms Ahead 2027 Elections

The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called for continuous reform of the electoral legal framework ahead of future elections. Prof. Yakubu made call the during his opening remarks at a two-day retreat between the Commission and members of the Joint National Assembly Committee on Electoral Matters in Lagos […]

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4 d. ago Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly

By Adesuwa Tsan The recent wave of defections by prominent opposition figures including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s dramatic switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape. But perhaps more significantly, it is creating a dangerous silence within the National Assembly, where a robust opposition […] The post Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Senator Adeola awards scholarships, bursaries to 3,881 students in Ogun

…distributes laptops to 700 secondary pupils, mulls establishment of special ICT Centre Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, on Sunday, gave scholarship and bursary awards to 3,881 students of tertiary institutions across the state. The senator, otherwise known as Yayi, also distributed laptop computers to 700 secondary […] The post Senator Adeola awards scholarships, bursaries to 3,881 students in Ogun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago The Senate of uncommon holidays: When rest becomes a calling

Covering the National Assembly over the years, I’ve learned to expect a few constants: grandstanding, committee summons, and the occasional read more The Senate of uncommon holidays: When rest becomes a calling

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5 d. ago “Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda Surest Path To Prosperity” – Rivers PDP NASS Caucus

Some members of the Rivers State Caucus in the National Assembly have declared their support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. They also called on those aspiring for presidential post in the next general election to shelve their ambitions. The group noted that Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda remains the surest path to […] The post “Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda Surest Path To Prosperity” – Rivers PDP NASS Caucus appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2026 guber: Osun easy to grab if APC leadership puts its acts together – Hon. Makinde, former federal lawmaker

By Daniel Kanu Hon. Rotimi Makinde, who represented Ife Federal Constituency, Osun State in the 7th National Assembly, was the deputy chairman, Human Rights Committee in the Assembly. He was notable  for his great contributions in legislative matters. Makinde, an APC chieftain was in the forefront in the formation of the South-West Agenda for Asiwaju […] The post 2026 guber: Osun easy to grab if APC leadership puts its acts together – Hon. Makinde, former federal lawmaker appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago N38bn National Assembly renovation fails to fix leaking roof, contractor denies claims

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Despite a N38 billion renovation project, the National Assembly’s White House, housing the Senate and House of Representatives chambers, continues to face concerns over persistent roof leaks. Heavy rainfall on Friday, April 25, exposed flooding in the chambers, raising fresh questions about the quality and value of the renovation work completed […] The post N38bn National Assembly renovation fails to fix leaking roof, contractor denies claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Tinubu’s reforms saved Nigeria’s economy from collapse – Senator Adeola

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator Solomon Adeola, representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, has credited President Bola Tinubu with preventing Nigeria’s economic collapse through the removal of fuel subsidies and the floating of the naira. Adeola, who chairs the Senate Committee on Appropriations, claimed that the previous administration borrowed heavily to fund subsidies and […] The post Tinubu’s reforms saved Nigeria’s economy from collapse – Senator Adeola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Adeola renews call against ‘killings’ of Ogun residents by customs

…empowers 4,000 constituents in Imeko-Afon LGA Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Senator representing Ogun West senatorial district at the National Assembly, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola otherwise known as Yayi, has restated his calls against the killing of residents of communities bordering the Republic of Benin by the operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service. The senator, who bemoaned […] The post Adeola renews call against ‘killings’ of Ogun residents by customs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Oluwole Oke Resigns From PDP After Six Terms In National Assembly

In what marks the end of a long-standing affiliation with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Oluwole Oke has officially tendered his resignation from the party. Oke, a six-term member of the House of Representatives, represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in Osun State and currently chairs the House Committee on Public Accounts. The lawmaker announced his […] The post Oluwole Oke Resigns From PDP After Six Terms In National Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Federal Lawmakers Call For Amendment To Increase Panelists In Code Of Conduct Tribunal

Concerns over the increasing number of unresolved ethical cases involving public officials have triggered fresh demands for the reform of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), as stakeholders in Jos on Wednesday called on the National Assembly to amend its establishing Act. The recommendation centers on expanding the number of panelists, as the current number […] The post Federal Lawmakers Call For Amendment To Increase Panelists In Code Of Conduct Tribunal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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