legislative reform

Tinubu and NASS Leaders Revive Constitutional Reform Promises Amid Rising Public Skepticism
After numerous unsuccessful efforts to amend Nigeria’s problematic 1999 Constitution, President Bola Tinubu alongside prominent National Assembly officials have once again expressed their dedication to...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

After numerous unsuccessful efforts to amend Nigeria’s problematic 1999 Constitution, President Bola Tinubu alongside prominent National Assembly officials have once again expressed their dedication to constitutional reforms. However, their statements remain largely aspirational, lacking firm commitments or clear action plans. During a National Public Hearing held in Abuja, Senator George Akume, speaking on behalf of...

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Kalu Emphasizes Reserved Seats Bill as a Step Toward True Inclusive Governance, Not Mere Tokenism
Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, emphasized that the proposed legislation to reserve seats for women in both the...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, emphasized that the proposed legislation to reserve seats for women in both the National and State Houses of Assembly is far from symbolic. Instead, it represents a genuine effort to enhance female political participation, fostering a governance system that is more inclusive and...

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Suzan Aguiyi-Ironsi: The Urgent Case for Special Legislative Seats for Women in Nigeria
Bridging the Gender Gap in Nigerian Politics: A Critical Examination Despite women constituting nearly half of Nigeria’s population, their presence in political leadership remains disproportionately...

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News & Gossips
1 month ago1 month ago

Bridging the Gender Gap in Nigerian Politics: A Critical Examination Despite women constituting nearly half of Nigeria’s population, their presence in political leadership remains disproportionately low. Currently, only 20 out of 469 members in the National Assembly are women, representing a mere 4.26%. At the state level, the situation is even more stark, with 14...

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