Plenary proceedings, House of Reps, Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
The Deputy Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu presided.
The Deputy Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu presided.
The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen presided.
With Nigeria’s economic future hanging in the balance, implementing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is crucial for transparency, accountability, and good governance. Now more than ever, Nigeria needs to become a global brand of integrity, leveraging FOIA to attract investment, promote citizen trust, and drive sustainable development.
By Ejiro Umukoro
As Nigeria navigates the AI-driven future, STEM education shines as a crucial progress driver. Experts champion strategic investment for a brighter tomorrow. Congratulations to LightRay! Media’s Jimoh Elizabeth and Nwonu Precious for their stellar achievement at NIJ’s Post Graduate Ceremony, joining a new wave of top-notch journalists and communicators.
The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen presided.
Ejiro Umukoro
“With Sir Richard Branson’s challenge ringing in my ears, I’m poised to share my entrepreneurial journey, inspiring others to harness innovation and grit in overcoming Africa’s unique challenges and unlocking its vast potential.”
With the Nigerian Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that the Freedom of Information Act applies to all tiers of government, a new era of transparency and accountability is emerging nationwide. This significant development empowers civil and public servants across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), agencies, and parastatals to prioritize openness, paving the way for citizen-led anti-corruption initiatives.
By Ejiro Umukoro
Climate change is not just an environmental issue, but a cultural and existential threat to East Africa’s communities, traditions, and way of life.
By E. R. Umukoro
. . . As Nigeria Responds to US Tariff Measures.
The recent US tariff hikes present an opportunity for Nigeria, ECOWAS, and Africa to focus on non-oil export growth and economic resilience, driving global repositioning. This strategic shift could enhance regional trade and economic integration, leveraging frameworks like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to promote sustainable development.
By E. R. Umukoro