The House of Representatives witnessed a heated session on Thursday morning as opposition members protested the defection of a Labour Party (LP) lawmaker representing Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency of Plateau State to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection, announced during plenary and read by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, drew loud objections from opposition lawmakers … Read more
The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, stated the fate of his colleague, Alex Ikwechegh, who assaulted an e-hailing driver, Stephen Abuwatseya in Abuja, saying he may suffer double tragedy. Chinda made this statement on the Sunday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television. He said Ikwechegh is currently … Read more
The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has demanded an immediate reversal of the recent petrol price increase, arguing that it will exacerbate the hardships faced by Nigerians. In a statement issued on Thursday, Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda criticized the unilateral decision to raise the price of Premium Motor Spirit, claiming it violates principles … Read more
Reps Probe Alleged Collusion Against Dangote Refinery Over Crude Oil Supply Withholding House of Representatives is investigating claims of crude oil supply obstruction to Dangote Refinery by NUPRC and IOCs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has initiated an investigation into claims that the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and International Oil … Read more
Reps instructs CBN to halt cybercrime levy implementation. Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda, moves urgent motion; House demands CBN withdraw circular. Circular causes confusion; Nigerians apprehensive; levy intended for specific entities as per Act. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to promptly cease the implementation of … Read more
Minority leaders disown 60 lawmakers calling for resignation of PDP’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum. The Coalition of Opposition Lawmakers threatens to quit PDP if Damagum doesn’t resign, prompting a reaction from minority leaders. Minority leaders condemn the coalition’s actions, stating they are unknown to the parliament and do not represent minority parties’ views. EKO … Read more
Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives urges government intervention to revoke recent electricity tariff hike by NERC. NERC approved a significant tariff increase, sparking outrage and condemnation from lawmakers. Critics argue the hike disregards citizens’ welfare amidst economic challenges, contrasting with subsidy policies in other countries. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minority Caucus of … Read more
The Coalition of Lawmakers has issued a warning that rebellion against Tinubu is likely to have an adverse effect on governance. The coalition pledged to honor the verdict of the ruling party in the House of Representatives. According to the group, rebellion will deny the incoming Tinubu administration the opportunity to deliver on its mandate. … Read more