60 h. ago SERAP demands withdrawal of bill proposing jail for Nigerians who don’t vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and House of Representatives Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, to immediately withdraw a bill seeking to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of ₦100,000—or both—on eligible Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. In a letter dated March 29, Read More

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2 d. ago Senate to consider Tinubu’s tax reform bills after resumption

The Senate is set to prioritise the consideration and passage of President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills upon resumption from its recess on April 29. The four bills, Nigerian Tax Bill, Tax Administration Bill, Revenue Tax Board Bill, and Nigerian Revenue Service Establishment Bill were forwarded by the President as part of efforts to reform Read More

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4 d. ago Eniola Badmus Sparks Reactions Over Support For Tinubu’s Mandate

Eniola Badmus, actress and Special Assistant for Social Events and Public Hearings to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has once again declared her support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Despite the economic challenges Nigerians are facing, Badmus, a strong advocate for Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, maintained that her stance […] The post Eniola Badmus Sparks Reactions Over Support For Tinubu’s Mandate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance

Tribune Online Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the failure of relevant agencies of government to enforce the 5 percent user charge on pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS) and remittance of the fund to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). Speaker Abbas who expressed the displeasure […] Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Reps committed to training, retention of healthcare professionals – Abbas

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has said the parliament is committed to the recruitment, training and retention of healthcare professionals in the country.    Abbas, stated this, at a public organised by the House Committee on Specialty Healthcare, on three bills seeking to establish different specialist […] The post Reps committed to training, retention of healthcare professionals – Abbas appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Reps propose 23 bills to reform Nigeria’s judiciary, elections

…to make Appeal Court final arbiter for governorship poll petitions …to expand justices of Supreme Court, cut excesses of chief read more Reps propose 23 bills to reform Nigeria’s judiciary, elections

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7 d. ago Rivers Crisis: Speaker Abbas, Reps Lauded For Approving Emergency Rule

The Parliamentary Watch Initiative (PWI) has expressed confidence in Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and the 10th House of Representatives, commending their professionalism and commitment to due process in approving the state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement yesterday, Dr. Matthew Gabriel, executive director of PWI, said the group conducted an independent investigation before arriving […]

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1 week ago BREAKING: Reps approve emergency rule in Rivers with voice vote

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has approved the emergency rule in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu through a voice vote. After the session, which lasted for barely 23 minutes, the speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, adjourned plenary to March 24. Details later… The post BREAKING: Reps approve emergency rule in Rivers with voice vote appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tax reform bills will improve Nigeria’s economy – Speaker’s aide

Chibuike Emmanuel, an aide to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has stated that the tax reform bills passed by the Green Chamber on Tuesday will drive development and improve the country’s economy. In a statement on Wednesday, Emmanuel also commended the speaker for his exemplary leadership in steering the passage of Read More

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1 week ago Speaker Abbas’ Aide Chibuike Applauds Principal For Passage Of Tax Reform Bills

Special Assistant to the House of Representatives Speaker on Energy, Hon. Chibuike Emmanuel, has commended his principal, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, for his exemplary leadership in steering the passage of the four tax reform bills by the House of Representatives on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The tax reform bills, which were sent to the National […]

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1 week ago Nigeria’s tax reform: A lifeline or another economic misstep?

The Nigerian House of Representatives recently passed four significant tax reform bills, signalling a potential shift in the country’s revenue read more Nigeria’s tax reform: A lifeline or another economic misstep?

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Problem Is Largely Food Insecurity, Says Speaker Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has charged the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly to make legislative moves towards addressing hunger and malnutrition in Nigeria. According to him, this becomes necessary as food insecurity is the major challenge facing the country. Specifically addressing the House Committee on Food Security […]

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2 w. ago Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee

Tribune Online Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee "We cannot continue to operate with those tax laws that are archaic to meet our demands for survival, business and for the revenue target that we seek to achieve. Tax reform bills outcome will be acceptable to all Nigerans — Reps committee Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments

Tribune Online Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments The lawmakers also approved the provisions for the exemption of the personnel of Military Forces and other such Security Agencies from Personal Income Tax, in recognition of the sacrificial services these individuals render in keeping Nigerians safe. Tax reform bills: Reps restrict President’s powers to exempt/waive tax payments Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Reps amend knotty revenue sharing formula in Tinubu’s tax reform bills

…retains 7.5% VAT, limits president’s powers The House of Representatives have amended some contentious clauses in President Bola Tinubu’s tax read more Reps amend knotty revenue sharing formula in Tinubu’s tax reform bills

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2 w. ago Tax reform bills will expand Nigeria’s revenue stream – ICAN

Tribune Online Tax reform bills will expand Nigeria’s revenue stream – ICAN "I think with what they put in place, if it's implemented religiously, it will improve our revenue drive, it will also improve the way we act, our consumption pattern, and the Nigerian economy”, he said. Tax reform bills will expand Nigeria’s revenue stream – ICAN Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Tax reform bills: Senator Lalong optimistic of economic reform

Tribune Online Tax reform bills: Senator Lalong optimistic of economic reform Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District of Plateau State who is also a member Senate Committee on Finance, Simon Bako Lalong has expressed optimism that Nigeria's economy will experience a boost when the tax reform bills kick in. Tax reform bills: Senator Lalong optimistic of economic reform Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Seven more tertiary institutions coming to Zaria in 2025 — Reps Speaker

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Abbas Tajudeen, has announced that Zaria Federal Constituency will receive seven additional federal institutions in the 2025 budget. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Tajudeen made this disclosure during a Ramadan Iftar (breaking of fast) held in Zaria on Saturday. According to him, the initiative aims Read More

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3 w. ago IWD: We need women at forefront of development — Speaker Abbas

Tribune Online IWD: We need women at forefront of development — Speaker Abbas The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Saturday emphasised the need to empower women right from childhood, saying they are critical to the development of any nation. IWD: We need women at forefront of development — Speaker Abbas Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Bill to strip INEC of party registration role passes second reading

A bill seeking to establish an independent authority for the registration, regulation and funding of political parties in Nigeria passed a second reading on Thursday in the House of Representatives. The bill, co-sponsored by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas and Edo lawmaker, Marcus Onobun, seeks to remove political parties’ registration and regulation from the Independent National Read More

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