Reps pass, increase 2022 budget by N735bn
The lower legislative chamber passed the budget after Muktar Betara, chairman of the committee on appropriations, presented a report.
Senator Danbaba defects from PDP to APC, gives reason
The top lawmaker also rebuffed prayers for the declaration of Danbaba's seat vacant, saying his defection is valid and excusable under the law.
NASS shifts 2021 resumption date
The legislative arm was billed to resume Tuesday next week but that has been shifted, according to a statement from the clerk, Olatunde Amos.
Buhari has accepted to honour reps’ invitation: Gbajabiamila
The house had yesterday summoned Mr Buhari to appear before it and address lawmakers on what his administration is doing to curb rising insecurity across the nation.
Senate probes CCT chairman over assault on security guard
In his entreat, the petitioner said he was assaulted by Mr Danladi at Banex Plaza Abuja after the CCT chief parked wrongly and requested the red chamber to ensure justice is served.
PIB: Reps in executive session after row over share for host communities
The two chambers at the National Assembly had recently passed the PIB but differed in their recommendations on the funds for host communities.
Bill compelling monthly collection of rent in Abuja scales second reading at Senate
Sponsored by Senator Smart Adeyemi, the legislation would make it easy for low income earners living in the nation’s capital to pay rent.
Reps probe North-East commission as N100bn vanishes in 1 year
They are expected to report back to the lower chamber with their findings after eight weeks.
2022 budget passes second reading as Senate adjourns for defence
The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, announced the adjournment during plenary and ​referred the Appropriation Bill to the Committee on Appropriation, directing them to report back in four weeks.