Reps Backtrack on Controversial Bill to Remove Immunity for Public Officials

The House of Representatives has rescinded its earlier decision to pass a bill seeking to remove the immunity granted to the Vice President, governors, and deputy governors. This decision was made to allow for further debate and scrutiny of the controversial amendment. The bill, sponsored by Solomon Bob, aimed to amend Section 308 of the Constitution, which currently grants…

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LSHA: A fuji house of commotion

The Lagos State House of Assembly (LSHA) is indeed in a state of turmoil, and it’s all centered around Mudashiru Obasa. He was removed as Speaker on January 13, 2025, and replaced by Mojisola Meranda, the first female Speaker. Obasa, however, has refused to accept his removal and has been trying to reclaim his position. This has led to…

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PRESIDENT TINUBU CALLS FOR INCREASE IN CURRENCY SWAP BETWEEN CHINA AND NIGERIA AT MEETING WITH CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTER

President Bola Tinubu,has urged the Government of the People’s Republic of China to increase the $2 billion currency swap between Nigeria and China to enhance trade between the two countries. He also called for an upward review of the $50 billion aid package for Africa, which China’s President Xi Jinping announced last year. China and Nigeria recently renewed their…

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Bwala: Some people are blackmailing Tinubu over tax bills — he’s not a lawmaker

Daniel Bwala, the special adviser on policy communication to President Bola Tinubu, says the president is being “blackmailed” over the proposed tax reform bills. His comment follows criticism from Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi state, who accused the president of ignoring public concerns over the bills. Mohammed warned that the bills, if passed, could have “concomitant effects” on the…

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