8 h. ago Why is Africa missing from the $146 billion skincare industry?

… as African Rhapsody Changes narrative Across Africa, millions of people battle persistent skin conditions—acne, eczema, hyperpigmentation, and premature aging—yet read more Why is Africa missing from the $146 billion skincare industry?

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17 h. ago LG autonomy divides Reps’ members as two conflicting bills pass second reading

..analysts urge true federalism Nigeria’s House of Representatives is now at an impasse over the future of Local Government (LG) read more LG autonomy divides Reps’ members as two conflicting bills pass second reading

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22 h. ago Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

A bill that seeks to grant state governments control over their own oil and mineral resources has moved one step read more Nigeria’s resource control bill sparks debate on political stability, regional disparities

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24 h. ago Bill Mandating President, Govs To Appoint Youths, PLWDs Scales Second Reading In House Of Reps

A bill mandating the inclusion of youths and persons living with disabilities in political appointments has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. The proposed constitutional amendment, sponsored by lawmaker representing Ideato North South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, sought to alter key provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) […]

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25 h. ago House Of Reps Moves To Provide Legal Backing For Alvan Ikoku Federal Varsity Of Education

The House of Representatives has taken a significant step toward formalising the status of Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Imo State, as a fully recognised federal institution. On Thursday, lawmakers passed through the second reading a bill seeking to provide statutory backing for the university’s establishment. The proposed legislation, jointly sponsored by Speaker of […]

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26 h. ago Bill For State Resources Control Passes 2nd Reading In House Of Reps

The House of Representatives at the plenary on Wednesday passed through second reading a Bill seeking to alter the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) to move Water for Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, Irrigation, Power, and Other Uses to the Concurrent Legislative List. The development, if it sailed through, […]

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27 h. ago Among the world’s 21 black billionaires, 6 are Nigerians, and only 2 are women – Forbes

Forbes has released its annual list of billionaires, highlighting 2,781 individuals worldwide. Of these, only 21 are Black, making up read more Among the world’s 21 black billionaires, 6 are Nigerians, and only 2 are women – Forbes

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30 h. ago Reps: Bill with 60 years age limit for president, governors scales second reading

A bill seeking to prevent politicians over 60 from contesting elections for the offices of president and governor scaled second reading at the House of Representatives on Thursday. The bill was sponsored by a lawmaker from Imo State,  Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere. It states: “A person shall be qualified for election to the office of the President if […] The post Reps: Bill with 60 years age limit for president, governors scales second reading appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representative has also approved a bill proposing 60 years as the maximum age limit for presidential and gubernatorial candidates for second reading. The bill sponsored by the member representing Ideato Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is also proposing a minimum of first degree as educational qualifications […] The post Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Parliamentary Govt, 30 Other Bills Pass Second Reading In Reps

The House of Representatives has passed through second reading, a bill seeking to return the country to a parliamentary system of government and replace the present presidential system being practised. The proposed legislation is titled; “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, to […]

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35 h. ago Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60

House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill seeking to stop anyone above 60 years from contesting for election to the Offices of the President and Governor in Nigeria. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legislation, if finally get approval, it will deny President Bola Tinubu, former vice president, Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s […] The post Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60-Year-Olds Passes Second Reading At House Of Reps appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Reps pass bill to establish prime minister’s office for second reading

The House of Representatives on Thursday passed through a second reading a Bill for an Act to provide for the Office of the Prime Minister as Head of Government and the Office of President as Head of State and to provide for a framework for the mode of election to the said Offices and for Read More

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41 h. ago IBF set to order Chisora’s mandatory title fight against Dubois

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) is reportedly set to order Derek Chisora‘s mandatory challenge for Daniel Dubois‘ world championship on read more IBF set to order Chisora’s mandatory title fight against Dubois

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42 h. ago Reps consider bill to let woman confer citizenship on foreign husband

The House of Representatives is deliberating a bill aimed at granting citizenship to foreigners married to Nigerian women. Sponsored by read more Reps consider bill to let woman confer citizenship on foreign husband

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43 h. ago Lawmakers push for Prime Minister position in new constitutional review bills

Tribune Online Lawmakers push for Prime Minister position in new constitutional review bills No fewer than 36 Constitution review bills have been slated for Second Reading on the floor of the House of Representatives on Thursday. Recall that the House had during the Tuesday and Wednesday plenary sessions passed 82 constitution amendment related legislations. Among the bills is a proposal to establish the Office of the Prime Minister […] Lawmakers push for Prime Minister position in new constitutional review bills Tribune Online

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43 h. ago Reps propose 60 years age limit for presidential, gubernatorial candidates 

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   The House of Representatives has approved, for second reading, a bill proposing 60 years as the maximum age limit for presidential, vice presidential and governorship and deputy governorship candidates in the country.   The bill, which is sponsored by the member representing Ideato Federal Constituency, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is also proposing […] The post Reps propose 60 years age limit for presidential, gubernatorial candidates  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Reps rescission on immunity bill seen as shield for corrupt leaders

…political analysts, CSOs knock lawmakers, say lack courage The House of Representatives’ decision to rescind the bill that sought to read more Reps rescission on immunity bill seen as shield for corrupt leaders

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43 h. ago Bill To Create Prime Minister Office Passes Second Reading At House Of Reps

A bill to create the Office of the Prime Minister as head of government and the Office of President as head of state, has passed second reading in the House of Representatives. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legislation will also provide a framework for the mode of election to the said offices. The bill was […] The post Bill To Create Prime Minister Office Passes Second Reading At House Of Reps appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Northern youths reject bill seeking to convert Lagos 37 LCDAs to LGs

The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria has vehemently rejected a proposed bill seeking to convert 37 Local Council Development Areas in Lagos State into full-fledged Local Government Areas. In a statement issued on Thursday in Kaduna, the NYCN National President, Isah Abubakar, described the proposed bill as ” unjust and a threat to the principles Read More

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44 h. ago Senate Approves Bills To Establish Federal Varsity Of Medical Sciences, COE In Abia

The Senate has approved the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende (Establishment) Bill and the Federal College of Education, Bende (Establishment) Bill, for third reading, marking a significant step towards the establishment of the two tertiary institutions in Abia State. Sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, […]

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