20 h. ago EXPLAINER: Is holding election under emergency rule constitutional in Nigeria?

Tribune Online EXPLAINER: Is holding election under emergency rule constitutional in Nigeria? Holding an election under a state of emergency in Nigeria is a complex and highly debated topic EXPLAINER: Is holding election under emergency rule constitutional in Nigeria? Tribune Online

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26 h. ago EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again? 

Tribune Online EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again?  Remember, Jonathan did not voluntarily leave the Aso Rock in 2015; he was defeated at the polls. That is, Jonathan sought re-election but was ousted by Nigerians in favour of... EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again?  Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Nigeria needs new constitution, not amendment — Ike Nwachukwu

Tribune Online Nigeria needs new constitution, not amendment — Ike Nwachukwu Former Foreign Affairs Minister, Major-General Ike Nwachukwu (retd) has expressed great displeasure over the continuous use of the 1999 Constitution to govern Nigeria, saying the constitution is not benefiting the generality of Nigerians. Nigeria needs new constitution, not amendment — Ike Nwachukwu Tribune Online

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3 d. ago FG considers new constitution, regional system, as Nwachukwu renews call for true federalism

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu yesterday restated his administration’s commitment to constitutional reforms and economic restructuring, disclosing that very soon, Nigeria would have a new Constitution. The President, represented by the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, disclosed this at the Mike Okonkwo Annual Lecture held in Lagos in […] The post FG considers new constitution, regional system, as Nwachukwu renews call for true federalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Insecurity: Declare state of emergency in north, NEF to Tinubu

• Says Nigeria’s stability, regional security under threat From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in northern Nigeria, citing the extraordinary scale of insecurity and the government’s constitutional and international obligations to protect lives. The forum lamented that state security agencies […] The post Insecurity: Declare state of emergency in north, NEF to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Anglican Church constitutes independent investigation panel over allegations of fraud

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has constituted an independent investigation panel over allegations of financial impropriety involving one of read more Anglican Church constitutes independent investigation panel over allegations of fraud

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1 week ago Pencom: NLC demands immediate constitution of governing board

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has criticized the National Pension Commission (Pencom) over what it termed as a dishonest response to calls for the immediate constitution and inauguration of its governing board, which has remained vacant for more than five years. In a statement by its President, Joe Ajaero on Wednesday, […] The post Pencom: NLC demands immediate constitution of governing board appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: PDP zoning in error, against constitution – Gbenga Hashim group

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja A political pressure group, Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement (GHSM), has faulted the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) on the zoning of its 2027 presidential ticket to the South. The group, which is pushing for former presidential aspirant and the PDP chieftain, Gbenga  Olawepo-Hashim to contest the 2027 presidential poll, said the […] The post 2027: PDP zoning in error, against constitution – Gbenga Hashim group appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NERC Transfers Bayelsa Electricity Market Regulation To State Agency

The development is in line with the amended Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023. The post NERC Transfers Bayelsa Electricity Market Regulation To State Agency appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago RMAFC plans higher revenue allocation for states, LGAs under new constitution

From Isaac Anumihe and Olileanya Ezekwesiri, Abuja The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has commenced a fresh review of Nigeria’s revenue allocation formula, in response to the recently amended constitution which devolved more powers and responsibilities to states and local governments. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, the Chairman of RMAFC, […] The post RMAFC plans higher revenue allocation for states, LGAs under new constitution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu 

  As security chiefs, stakeholders rally for solutions  From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that vandalism and cyber attacks on telecommunications infrastructure now constitute an existential threat to Nigeria’s security, economy, and digital future. Ribadu gave the warning at the Second Edition of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of […] The post Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to refund all allegedly diverted workers’ contributions from the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and to constitute the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) in accordance with the law. The directive was among the resolutions […] The post NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed new board members for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), key agencies under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement said Idris Olorunnimbe has […] The post Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month How Nigeria can curb frequent defections by politicians – Showunmi

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Convener of The Alternative, Segun Showunmi has disclosed practical steps Nigeria as a true democratic nation can take to curb frequent defections by politicians he tagged as “political tourists”. According to him, Nigeria must carry out “sweeping constitutional amendments” to strengthen political parties in order to curb the frequent defections […] The post How Nigeria can curb frequent defections by politicians – Showunmi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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