29 h. ago ‘My Party, Our Party Now Is ADC’, Ihedioha Tells Supporters, Followers

Former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has informed his teeming supporters and followers that he had moved to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after quiting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Addressing the leaders of his grasstoots-based Rebuild Imo Movement (RIM) structure at his Civil Centre residence on Thursday, […]

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31 h. ago Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

In a dramatic night on Capitol Hill, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democrat, delivered the longest floor speech in the read more Jeffries breaks House speech record as Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill passes by narrow margin

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33 h. ago Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members

By Lukman Olabiyi The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has called for unity among members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government poll, slated for Saturday, July 12. Meranda made the call following a strategic meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, between […] The post Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Sen Kalu lauds Tinubu, Deputy Speaker for establishing federal institutions in Bende

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Abia-North senator, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has thanked President Bola Tinubu for signing into law the bills establishing the Federal College of Education, Bende, and the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende, both in Abia State. Coming under Order 42 of the Senate Standing Rules to make a personal […] The post Sen Kalu lauds Tinubu, Deputy Speaker for establishing federal institutions in Bende appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Reps Minority Leader Decries Monitisation Of Politics, Warns Against Exclusion

The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, has raised concerns over the skyrocketing cost of political participation in Nigeria, warning that the system has become a money-driven venture that threatens inclusive democracy. Speaking at the launch of a report titled “Cost of Politics and Political Inclusion”, commissioned by the Westminster Foundation […]

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64 h. ago Reps Minority Leader Decries Monetisation Of Politics, Warns Against Exclusion

The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, has raised concerns over the skyrocketing cost of political participation in Nigeria, warning that the system has become a money-driven venture that threatens inclusive democracy. Speaking at the launch of a report titled “Cost of Politics and Political Inclusion”, commissioned by the Westminster Foundation […]

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5 d. ago Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden

Tribune Online Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden Deputy Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called for debt cancellation mechanisms, including... Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Nigeria on the verge of industrial revolution under Tinubu—Ex

Tribune Online Nigeria on the verge of industrial revolution under Tinubu—Ex-Reps Minority Leader, Bewaji Former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Dr Wunmi Bewaji, who is a legal practitioner, speaks on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in the last two years and issues of national interest in this interview with BOLA BADMUS. WHAT is your assessment of the two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration? The government is […] Nigeria on the verge of industrial revolution under Tinubu—Ex-Reps Minority Leader, Bewaji Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Senate confirms Tinubu’s regional development commissions’ appointments

Tribune Online Senate confirms Tinubu’s regional development commissions’ appointments Among the key confirmations was Chibudom Nwuche, a former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, who Senate confirms Tinubu’s regional development commissions’ appointments Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Niger Assembly delegation visits Lapai over student robbery attacks

Tribune Online Niger Assembly delegation visits Lapai over student robbery attacks A delegation from the Niger State House of Assembly, headed by Deputy Speaker Hon. Afiniki Eunice Dauda, recently visited the Lapai community to express condolences following a series of robbery attacks targeting students... Niger Assembly delegation visits Lapai over student robbery attacks Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue Killings Barbaric, Disturbing, Totally Unacceptable – Kalu

Deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelewata and Daudu communities in Guma local government area of Benue state, describing them as barbaric, disturbing and unacceptable. Kalu, therefore, urged security agencies to collaborate and act decisively to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators of these heinous crimes. Condoling […]

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2 w. ago Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelwata and Daudu communities in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kalu, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, described the killings as barbaric and totally unacceptable. The deputy speaker, […] The post Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue killings: Deputy speaker urges security agencies to collaborate

Benjamin Kalu has urged security agencies to collaborate in addressing the growing security challenges in the country. read more Benue killings: Deputy speaker urges security agencies to collaborate

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2 w. ago Constitution review: Kalu seeks stakeholders’ input on security reforms

Tribune Online Constitution review: Kalu seeks stakeholders’ input on security reforms Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu on Monday emphasised the importance of stakeholders insights in shaping effective security policies in Nigeria. Constitution review: Kalu seeks stakeholders’ input on security reforms Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Delta Assembly to address deplorable environmental sanitation in LGs

Tribune Online Delta Assembly to address deplorable environmental sanitation in LGs Delta State House of Assembly has risen to address the deplorable environmental sanitation in some local councils of the state. Delta Assembly to address deplorable environmental sanitation in LGs Tribune Online

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2 w. ago APC Stakeholders Threaten Lawmakers With Recall Over Anioma State Creation

All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders and stakeholders in Delta north senatorial district have disclosed that any member of the Delta State House of Assembly (DSHA), from the district that refuses to support the creation of Anioma state would be recalled by the electorate in their constituencies. The stakeholders, which comprised APC chieftains, leaders, elders, youths, […]

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2 w. ago Delta Assembly Does Not Need Minority Leader, Deputy – Speaker

The speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Guwor Dennis, has said there is no need for a minority leader or his deputy in the legislature since all the lawmakers belong to the same party. Speaking at a press briefing in Asaba during the celebration of the second anniversary of the 8th Assembly yesterday, he […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria Loses $1.1bn To Medical Tourism Yearly, Says Deputy Speaker Kalu

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has disclosed that Nigeria loses over $1.1 billion annually to outbound medical tourism. Kalu disclosed this when he received the President/CEO of Montefiore Medicine and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr Phillip Ozuah, in Abuja, on Friday. Kalu said Nigeria also faced the challenge […]

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3 w. ago June 12: Nigeria’s democracy on course — Deputy Speaker, Kalu

Tribune Online June 12: Nigeria’s democracy on course — Deputy Speaker, Kalu Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday expressed delight that Nigeria's democratic journey is on course, yielding positive outcomes. June 12: Nigeria’s democracy on course — Deputy Speaker, Kalu Tribune Online

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