NCDC announces 176 new COVID-19 infection in Nigeria UNGA Debate: Buhari urges global action against small arms S/Arabia to allow Umrah pilgrimage to resume from October – Report UNGA Debate: Buhari advocates uninhibited supply of safe coronavirus vaccines to all Nigeria High Commission in Canada reopens after six-month closure President Buhari’s UNGA75 National Statement Olowu condoles with COAS, says Col. Bako’s death a national tragedy 9 energy firms get $2.6m USAID grant to power rural clinics in Africa FCTA reiterates commitment to job creation through agriculture value chain Sanwo-Olu charges cabinet, officials to brace up for optimum performance I never accused NAN staff of fraud, says Lagos NUJ Chairman Navy deploys 6 warships for special military operation in 4 states Obiano inaugurates 18-member task force on human trafficking, irregular migrationar migration Buhari congratulates Plateau Dep. Gov. Tyoden at 70 Barbados tourism expert advises African operators on innovation Ramaphosa urges UN to take decisive action against racism Ex-governor Yari administration diverted N10.8bn for university project – Commissioner Buhari consoles with Borno on loss of two Emirs Suspect wanted by FBI for $6m scam surrenders to EFCC — Official Lagos govt to train medical records personnel for effective service delivery AbdulRazaq updates Buhari on Kwara flood disaster, seeks FG support Flood: NASG distributes relief materials to victims in 45 communities UN commends FG on improvement of humanitarian access in North-East Gov. Ganduje inaugurates NYSC governing board 8 states yet to implement new minimum wage – TUC COVID-19: We’ve flattened the curve, says Gov. Ganduje Silverbird Group to establish cinema outlets in Ebonyi FG alleges that multinationals companies drill for water without approval Electricity/Fuel pump hike: NLC insists on nationwide protest LASG receives 107,546 CA-COVID food palliative packs At UNGA, AU chairman solicits ‘comprehensive stimulus package’ for Africa Sanusi calls for diversification of economy to address poverty, inequality Food Council to ensure reduction in fertiliser price – Gov. Bagudu Kwara Assembly urges Gov AbdulRasaq to assist rainstorm victims I’m loyal to APC, not factions, says chieftain in Ibadan Oyo govt re-awards 9.7km Saki township road for N4.7bn Suarez language exam for Italian citizenship rigged, prosecutors insist Runsewe urges youths to uphold cultural values Late Emir of Zazzau was a father to all – NDA Spurs’ League Cup match called off due to COVID-19 cases at Orient Mixed reactions trail CBN‘s MPR cut 40 coys bid for NEPZA constituency projects Bale may extend Spurs’ stay beyond loan spell, agent says Minister urges fertilizer dealers to work in line with Fertilizer Act IBEDC apologises to customers over poor electricity supply NAICOM urges state govts to domesticate compulsory life insurance, others for citizens Minister advocates return of state sports festivals to enhance athletes’ competitiveness PMAN congratulates King Sunny Ade at 74 FRC partners agencies on monitoring, evaluation, project verification TETFUND pledges support to Kogi confluence university
"NASS News"
- Politics16 hours ago
Group appeals to NASS on passage of virtual court proceedings bill
Cleen Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has appealed to the National Assembly to pass the bill on Virtual Court Proceeding in order to fast track and...
- General news6 days ago
FEC approves establishment of Agency for management of recovered assets
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the transmission of a Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Agency Bill to the National Assembly to facilitate the...
- Health1 week ago
We shall support upgrade of FMC Yenagoa to teaching hospital — House of Reps committee
The House of Representatives Committee on Federal Medical Facilities has pledged to support the upgrade of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, to a teaching hospital....
- Politics1 week ago
Disability Commission: Familiarise with oversight committee — NASS advises PWDs
The National Assembly (NASS), has advised various disability organisations in the country to be closer to the National Assembly committee on National Commission for Disabilities for...
-
![A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), faction, loyal to Sen. Biodun Olujimi has restated its adoption of Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the party’s Southwest zonal leader. The faction stated this in Omuo-Ekiti in Ekiti-East Local Government Area on Thursday at the distribution of working tools to some constituents sponsored by Olujimi. Olujimi represents […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/PDP-Peoples-Democaratic-Party-400x240.jpg "Ekiti PDP faction adopts Gov. Makinde as party’s Southwest leader")
![A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), faction, loyal to Sen. Biodun Olujimi has restated its adoption of Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the party’s Southwest zonal leader. The faction stated this in Omuo-Ekiti in Ekiti-East Local Government Area on Thursday at the distribution of working tools to some constituents sponsored by Olujimi. Olujimi represents […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/PDP-Peoples-Democaratic-Party-80x80.jpg "Ekiti PDP faction adopts Gov. Makinde as party’s Southwest leader")
General news2 weeks agoEkiti PDP faction adopts Gov. Makinde as party’s Southwest leader
A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), faction, loyal to Sen. Biodun Olujimi has restated its adoption of Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the party’s Southwest...
-
![The Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC) an NGO, has called for the establishment of special courts to try corruption cases in Nigeria. The Director of the group, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, made the call on Tuesday in a statement in Abuja. Akintola said, the call became necessary considering the dangers that corruption posed to the peace, development […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Court9-400x240.jpg "MURIC wants special courts to try corruption cases")
![The Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC) an NGO, has called for the establishment of special courts to try corruption cases in Nigeria. The Director of the group, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, made the call on Tuesday in a statement in Abuja. Akintola said, the call became necessary considering the dangers that corruption posed to the peace, development […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Court9-80x80.jpg "MURIC wants special courts to try corruption cases")
Metro2 weeks agoMURIC wants special courts to try corruption cases
The Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC) an NGO, has called for the establishment of special courts to try corruption cases in Nigeria. The Director of the group,...
- General news3 weeks ago
Ajulo threatens law suit over non disclosure of N40b NDDC beneficiaries
Dr Kayode Ajulo, a legal practitioner, has threatened law suit against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), over non disclosure of names of those who misappropriated...
-
![Senate President Ahmed Lawan says the National Assembly will use the opportunities provided by the inaugurated Tripartite Consultative Committee to improve the quality of governance and service delivery to Nigerians. President Muhammadu Buhari had on Monday in Abuja inaugurated the Tripartite Consultative Committee to be chaired by the Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo and the Senate […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NASS3-400x240.jpg "Tripartite Committee: NASS vows to improve quality of governance, service delivery")
![Senate President Ahmed Lawan says the National Assembly will use the opportunities provided by the inaugurated Tripartite Consultative Committee to improve the quality of governance and service delivery to Nigerians. President Muhammadu Buhari had on Monday in Abuja inaugurated the Tripartite Consultative Committee to be chaired by the Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo and the Senate […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NASS3-80x80.jpg "Tripartite Committee: NASS vows to improve quality of governance, service delivery")
General news3 weeks agoTripartite Committee: NASS vows to improve quality of governance, service delivery
Senate President Ahmed Lawan says the National Assembly will use the opportunities provided by the inaugurated Tripartite Consultative Committee to improve the quality of governance and...
- Economy4 weeks ago
NBS Q2 Report: NASS expresses satisfaction over performance of Nigeria’s economy
The National Assembly has expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Nigerian economy despite witnessing a contraction of -6.1 percent. The President of the Senate, Ahmed...
-
![A cleric, Bishop Godfrey Onah, has blamed Christians in the National Assembly (NASS), for the recent passage of the 2020 Companies and Allied Matters Bill (CAMA), signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari. Onah, who is of the Nsukka Catholic Diocese, said in a remark during the Sunday Mass that if Christians in NASS had […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/DSC_0114.jpg "Bishop blames Christian legislators for controversial 2020 CAMA Act")
General news1 month agoBishop blames Christian legislators for controversial 2020 CAMA Act
A cleric, Bishop Godfrey Onah, has blamed Christians in the National Assembly (NASS), for the recent passage of the 2020 Companies and Allied Matters Bill (CAMA),...
-
![Mr Ken Henshaw, Executive Director, Center for Social Studies and Development (CSSD) says a decent Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) must address major concerns that will drive economic growth of oil producing communities and the country at large. Henshaw made this known at a Virtual Masters class on Precept 5 of the Nigerian Natural Resource Charter […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/expert-400x240.jpg "Address host communities’ issues in new PIB – Expert")
![Mr Ken Henshaw, Executive Director, Center for Social Studies and Development (CSSD) says a decent Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) must address major concerns that will drive economic growth of oil producing communities and the country at large. Henshaw made this known at a Virtual Masters class on Precept 5 of the Nigerian Natural Resource Charter […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/expert-80x80.jpg "Address host communities’ issues in new PIB – Expert")
Oil & Gas2 months agoAddress host communities’ issues in new PIB – Expert
Mr Ken Henshaw, Executive Director, Center for Social Studies and Development (CSSD) says a decent Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) must address major concerns that will drive...
-
![Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi says Nigerian government has the capability to pay back loans collected for the construction of rail projects within the stipulated period of 20 years. Amaechi, in a statement on Saturday, said China was the only country giving out loans with a low interest rate of 2.8 per cent. He said […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Rotimi-Amaechi.jpg?resizeu003d900%2C563u0026sslu003d1 "China Loan: Amaechi says Nigeria will pay back in 20years")
Metro2 months agoChina Loan: Amaechi says Nigeria will pay back in 20years
Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi says Nigerian government has the capability to pay back loans collected for the construction of rail projects within the stipulated period...
-
![The Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, says the ongoing National Assembly investigation may frustrate the loan agreement between Nigeria and China to finance the Port Harcourt to Maiduguri rail project. Amaechi, who stated this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, said the Chinese government had said if there are issues the negotiations will […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NASS-400x240.jpg "NASS investigation may frustrate Chinese loan for rail projects -Amaechi")
![The Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, says the ongoing National Assembly investigation may frustrate the loan agreement between Nigeria and China to finance the Port Harcourt to Maiduguri rail project. Amaechi, who stated this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, said the Chinese government had said if there are issues the negotiations will […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NASS-80x80.jpg "NASS investigation may frustrate Chinese loan for rail projects -Amaechi")
Metro2 months agoNASS investigation may frustrate Chinese loan for rail projects -Amaechi
The Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, says the ongoing National Assembly investigation may frustrate the loan agreement between Nigeria and China to finance the Port...
-
![Mr Alex Tarka, President, Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) says the delay in the passage of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) has negatively impacted exploration in the oil and gas sector. Tarka made this known at Virtual workshop on Leveraging fiscal regulations to attract Investments in the Petroleum sector, on Thursday. He said that there […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/association-400x240.jpg "Delay in passage of PIB affects exploration, investments- NAPE")
![Mr Alex Tarka, President, Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) says the delay in the passage of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) has negatively impacted exploration in the oil and gas sector. Tarka made this known at Virtual workshop on Leveraging fiscal regulations to attract Investments in the Petroleum sector, on Thursday. He said that there […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/association-80x80.jpg "Delay in passage of PIB affects exploration, investments- NAPE")
Oil & Gas2 months agoDelay in passage of PIB affects exploration, investments- NAPE
Mr Alex Tarka, President, Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) says the delay in the passage of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) has negatively impacted exploration in...
- Economy2 months ago
No plan to reverse power sector privatisation —- Senate
Sen. Gabriel Suswan, the Chairman Senate Committee on Power says the senate has no plans to reverse the privatisation of the power sector. Suswan made this...
- Oil & Gas2 months ago
Send new PIB to NASS to drive oil sector reform, expert urges FG
Mr Bank- Anthony Okoroafor, former Chairman, Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has urged the Federal Government to send the new Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) to...
-
![President Muhammadu Buhari has warned ministers and chief executive officers of government agencies to desist from disrespecting members of the National Assembly. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, said in a statement that Buhari gave the warning at a session with leaders of the National Assembly in […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari11-400x240.jpg "Buhari warns ministers, govt functionaries against disrespect to N/Assembly")
![President Muhammadu Buhari has warned ministers and chief executive officers of government agencies to desist from disrespecting members of the National Assembly. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, said in a statement that Buhari gave the warning at a session with leaders of the National Assembly in […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari11-80x80.jpg "Buhari warns ministers, govt functionaries against disrespect to N/Assembly")
General news2 months agoBuhari warns ministers, govt functionaries against disrespect to N/Assembly
President Muhammadu Buhari has warned ministers and chief executive officers of government agencies to desist from disrespecting members of the National Assembly. The Senior Special Assistant...
- Economy2 months ago
NASS, NERC to partner on legal framework to protect investment in power sector
The National Assembly (NASS) says it is working with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to put in place a legal framework that will protect investment...
- Politics3 months ago
774, 000 Jobs: Adhere to principle of separation of powers, group tells NASS
Following the recent order suspending the provision of 774,000 jobs by the National Assembly (NASS), a group, Voters Awareness Initiative (VAI), has asked the lawmakers to...
-
![The Buhari Youth Organisation (BYO), Lagos State Chapter, on Wednesday called for accountability and transparency in the recruitment process of the Federal Government’s 774,000 Special Public Works Programme. The group made the call in a statement jointly signed by Mr Abdulwaheed Odunuga and Mr Rasaq Aderibigbe, the State Coordinator and Secretary of the association respectively. […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari13-400x240.jpg "774,000 Jobs: Buhari Youth Organisation calls for transparency in recruitment process")
![The Buhari Youth Organisation (BYO), Lagos State Chapter, on Wednesday called for accountability and transparency in the recruitment process of the Federal Government’s 774,000 Special Public Works Programme. The group made the call in a statement jointly signed by Mr Abdulwaheed Odunuga and Mr Rasaq Aderibigbe, the State Coordinator and Secretary of the association respectively. […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari13-80x80.jpg "774,000 Jobs: Buhari Youth Organisation calls for transparency in recruitment process")
Metro3 months ago774,000 Jobs: Buhari Youth Organisation calls for transparency in recruitment process
The Buhari Youth Organisation (BYO), Lagos State Chapter, on Wednesday called for accountability and transparency in the recruitment process of the Federal Government’s 774,000 Special Public...
- Economy3 months ago
DisCos Association clears air on suspension of electricity tarrif
The Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors (ANED) on Tuesday said the suspension of proposed service reflective tariff was initiated by the National Assembly (NASS) due to...
- Politics3 months ago
NASS puts on hold planned electricity tariffs hike
Tariff The leadership of the National Assembly on Monday convinced the Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) to defer the planned hike in electricity tariff till the first...
- Defence/Security3 months ago
Insecurity: Tambuwal Seeks death sentence for unlawful possession of arms
Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State has urged the National Assembly (NASS) to produce a legislation that would prescribe death sentence or life imprisonment for unlawful...
- General news3 months ago
Group urges FG to promote democratic ethos in NDDC, amnesty office
The Niger Delta Rights Advocates (NDRA), an advocacy group, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to promote democratic governance in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)...
- Politics3 months ago
NASS Service Commission confirms Giwa as Reps Clerk
The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has confirmed the appointment of Mr Patrick Giwa as the substantive Clerk of the House of Representatives. The confirmation of...
- Politics3 months ago
Updated :NASS raises revised 2020 budget from N10.509trn to N10.810trn
The two Chambers of the National Assembly on Thursday, raised the N10.509 trillion budget proposed by the executive as revised budget for 2020 fiscal year by...
- General news3 months ago
Buhari felicitates with 9th NASS on first Anniversary
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with the leadership and members of the 9th National Assembly on their first anniversary. The President, in a statement by his...
- Politics4 months ago
NASS member regrets comments on rape debate
A member of the House of Representatives, Rep. Ahmed Jaha (APC-Borno), has regretted the comments he made at the Thursday’s plenary, apologising to Nigerians, especially women....
- Economy4 months ago
House of Representatives set to investigate privatisation of power sector
The House of Representatives Committe on Power, says the House has concluded plans to investigate all privatisation in the sector to ensure that the challenges being...
- Economy4 months ago
Post COVID-19 economy stimulus: Osinbajo’s committee confers with NASS
The Economic Sustainability Committee(ESC) led by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday had an interaction with the leadership of the National Assembly on the draft Sustainability...
- General news4 months ago
Rape: Activist urges NASS to enact laws that will accelerate trial of cases
Mrs Stella Ibe, a human rights activist, has urged the National Assembly (NASS) to enact a law that will accelerate trial of rape suspects. The lawyer...
- General news4 months ago
Don’t obstruct implementation of new NASS workers condition of service- Activist
A human right activist, Victor Egwim, says the moves in some quarters to obstruct the implementation of the revised National Assembly (NASS) condition of service for...
- Politics4 months ago
Group tasks NASS leadership on full implementation of `revised condition of service’
A group under the auspices of Concern Staff of National and State Houses of Assembly has called on the leadership of the National Assembly (NASS) to...
- Judiciary4 months ago
Court fixes June 1 to hear suit against NASS over infectious bill
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday fixes June to hear a suit filed by Sen. Dino Melaye against the National Assembly over the consideration of...
- Politics4 months ago
NGF urges NASS to stepdown proposed Control of Infectious Diseases Bill
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has urged the National Assembly to stepdown the proposed Control of Infectious Diseases Bill 2020, pending wider consultations. The News Agency ...
- Politics4 months ago
N40bn NDDC Probe: Ex-militants back NASS
A group of ex-militants known as ‘Conscience of the Niger Delta’ has thrown its weight behind the National Assembly’s probe of an alleged N40billion irregular expenditure...
- Politics5 months ago
CSO urges NASS to pass Cannabis Control Bill
Civil Society Organisation Stakeholders on Farming for Medical use Initiative (CSOF) has urged the National Assembly to give a serious consideration to the Cannabis Control Bill before it and pass...
- Politics5 months ago
N850bn loan approval: PDP wants NASS to ensure prudent use, prompt repayment
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the National Assembly to ensure the prudent use of the N850 billion loan it approved for the Federal Government...
- General news5 months ago
Coronavirus: NASS leadership meets Buhari, advocates Fund Management Committee for donations
The National Assembly on Tuesday advocated for the establishment of Fund Committee to manage donations from individuals and organisations in support of the ongoing crusade against...
- General news5 months ago
COVID-19: Buhari meets NASS leadership
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with the leadership of the National Assembly at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the...
- General news5 months ago
Monarchs wants oil coys to remit 3% contribution to NDDC
Traditional Rulers of Oil Producing Communities in Nigeria (TROMPCON) have called on oil companies operating in the Niger Delta region to remit their three per cent...
- Judiciary5 months ago
COVID-19: SERAP urges FG to share N37bn NASS renovation fund to states
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Federal Government to share the N37 billion earmarked for the renovation of National Assembly complex to states...
- General news5 months ago
PHED explains two months free electricity tariff for consumers, says it’s NASS proposal
The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) has denied plan to offer two months free electricity to customers as part of palliative to cushion the effect...
- Economy6 months ago
COVID-19: Free electricity for 2 months to be paid by FG
The Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors (ANED) says the free energy to be supplied for two months is not free by the DisCos, but will be paid...
- Politics6 months ago
NASS impressed with Presidential Task Force on COVID-19
The leadership of the National Assembly has commended the competence of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) led by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,...
- General news6 months ago
COVID-19 suspected case to be buried Wednesday
Late Jeol Dewus, who was suspected to have contracted the COVID-19 disease and who died last Sunday would be buried on April 8 at his home...
- General news6 months ago
NASS staff, suspected to have COVID -19 infection, died of health complications – Plateau govt.
The Plateau Government on Sunday confirmed that the death of a National Assembly (NASS) staff, Joel Dewus, was not from COVID-19 as suspected but from other...
- Politics6 months ago
COVID-19: PDP tasks NASS on proposed N500bn intervention fund
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on the National Assembly to scrutinise the overall profile of the N500 billion proposed by the Federal Government as...
