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Reps Withdraw Compulsory Voting Bill

The Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas has announced the withdrawal of the compulsory voting Bill. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Bill to Amend the Electoral Act 2022 to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerians, by the Speaker and co-sponsored with Rep. Daniel Adama Ago. This is contained in…

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Human Rights Organisation Condemns Bill Criminalising Non-voting In Nigeria

Hope Behind Bars Africa (HBBA) has condemned a proposed bill that seeks to criminalise non-participation in national and state elections. The Nigeria-based human rights organisation described the move in a bill before the National Assembly as unconstitutional and counterproductive. A statement by the organisation’s Senior Communication Officer, Obinna Ejiogu on Tuesday in Abuja expressed deep…

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Bill To Prohibit Foreign Currency Use In Nigeria Advances In Senate

The Nigerian Senate has taken significant steps towards reinstating the country’s monetary sovereignty by introducing legislation aimed at banning foreign currencies for transactions and payments within its borders. The proposed bill seeks to ensure that all financial dealings, including salaries and general transactions, are carried out exclusively in Naira. This initiative aims to eliminate discriminatory…

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