Terrorists Threaten To Bomb National Assembly.

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Internal Security, Hon. Garba Ibrahim Muhammad, has disclosed that terrorists have issued threats to bomb the National Assembly Complex.

Garba made the revelation on Tuesday during a public hearing on a bill seeking to establish a Legislative Security Directorate, designed to enhance security management and safeguard lawmakers, staff, and visitors within the National Assembly.

“We have received threats from terrorists to bomb the National Assembly Complex and threats from protesters to lock up the National Assembly,” Garba stated.

The lawmaker said the legislature, Nigeria’s seat of democracy, has been increasingly exposed to security threats including car and motorcycle theft, vandalism, infiltration by unregistered visitors, and use of fake identity cards.

He warned that failure to address the lapses could disrupt legislative activities with grave implications for governance and democracy.

He cautioned, “It is obvious that with the ongoing security challenges, if proper measures are not taken, it will truncate legislative activities in the National Assembly. If activities are thwarted, there will be no representation, no oversight, no annual budget, no plenary at all, and that will destabilize legislative procedure, democracy, and the nation at large.”

According to Garba, effective security management requires a coordinated approach, integrating multiple elements to ensure a safe environment for legislative business.

“That is why this Bill is very important. It seeks to address all these challenges and adopt world best practices in parliamentary security procedures and architecture,” he explained.

Rep. Abdussamad Dasuki Steps Aside Ahead of 2027 after 14-years in politics, Says Leadership Must Make Room for Youth.

A member of the House of Representatives representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency in Sokoto State, Abdussamad Dasuki, has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2027 general elections.

Dasuki described his decision as a personal sacrifice to give younger Nigerians the opportunity to contribute fresh ideas to governance. “This is not a decision born out of fatigue or frustration, but a higher calling rooted in hope and belief in Nigeria’s future,” he said.

The lawmaker, who began his political career in 2011, has served in the Sokoto State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, and now in the National Assembly. He also chairs The Future Is Now Project, a youth inclusion initiative advocating that 70 percent of House of Representatives seats be occupied by Nigerians under 40 by 2027.

Dasuki said his decision to step aside aligns with the principles he has long promoted. “I am still a youth by many standards, but having crossed the 40-year threshold, it is time to match words with action. This is my sacrifice for the vision we proclaimed,” he stated.

Expressing gratitude to his constituents and political mentor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Dasuki thanked them for their trust and support over his 14-year political journey.

“To the youth of Nigeria, I say no more waiting, no more excuses, no more silence. Take your place, lead with courage, integrity, and vision,” he added.

He assured that even as he exits elective politics, he remains committed to mentorship, youth empowerment, and policy advocacy. “As I step aside, I hope to set a new precedent that true leadership also means knowing when to make space for others,” Dasuki said.

The Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on Constitution Review has approved the creation of six additional states. This was one of the key resolutions reached at the end of the two-day retreat, co-chaired by the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt—Hon. Benjamin Kalu, in Lagos.

National Assembly Approves Creation of 6 New States.

Nigeria is set to have six new states as the National Assembly joint committee on Constitutional Review has approved the proposal for their creation.

The approval was one of the major outcomes of a two-day retreat held in Lagos, jointly chaired by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu.

A unanimous decision was reached by the committee after reviewing 55 separate requests for state creation from across the country.

The lawmakers also considered 69 bills, two boundary adjustment proposals, and 278 requests for new local government areas during the retreat.

According to the joint committee, one new state will be created in each of the six geopolitical zones: North West, North East, North Central, South West, South East, and South South.

If the recommendation sails through all constitutional processes, Nigeria’s number of states will rise from 36 to 42.

Speaking during the session, Senator Barau Jibrin noted that the committee’s decision followed years of consultations, engagements, and public hearings involving citizens, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders.

“We have been in this process for the past two years, engaging our constituents, critical stakeholders, institutions, civil society organisations and interest groups in town hall meetings, interactive sessions and public hearings, harvesting and synthesising views and perspectives which has ultimately culminated in what we have here today – 69 bills, 55 state creation requests, two boundary adjustments and 278 local government creation requests,” he said.

Clemency: You’ve brought shame, scrap NDLEA, EFCC, ICPC – APC chieftain to Tinubu.

A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has called for the scrapping of some federal government agencies.

The agencies include the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC.

According Eze, these agencies have Iost their flavours to political Interferences, stressing that President Bola Tinubu’s presidential pardon of drug barons have further erodes public confidence in statutory Institutions.

The APC chieftain said as long as he remains a member of the ruling party it must be said categorically that Tinubu, by his action, has brought shame and reproach to the party.

Eze believes that no reasonable person would vote for the APC again as the President has made it unelectable in any election in this country.

Eze said that APC’s return to power in 2027 would mean that Nigerians approve of a regime that legitimizes illegality as a political strategy to sustain its odious reign beyond 2027.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Information and Strategy last week, said in a statement that out of the 175 beneficiaries of the Presidential pardon, 41 illegal miners, 28 drug traffickers and 22 murderers topped the list.

Notable among the 175 beneficiaries are Herbert Macaulay, one of Nigeria’s foremost nationalists; Farouk Lawan, a former member of the house of representatives; Mamman Vatsa, a major general and poet executed in 1986 over alleged treason; and Maryam Sanda, who was sentenced to death for killing her husband in 2017.

Gov Otti Sends Warning to Those Planning to Rig 2027 Abia Governorship Election.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has warned against attempts to manipulate the 2027 gubernatorial election results.

Speaking on Thursday at the Government House, Umuahia, during the October edition of Alex Otti Speaks to Abians, the governor cautioned those planning to rig the election to “write their wills” first.

Otti’s remarks came in response to comments attributed to Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, who had declared that his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), would take over Abia in 2027.

While acknowledging Kalu’s right to contest the election, Otti emphasised that all candidates must play by the rules.

“I’ve heard some people say they must take over this state and manipulate results.

“My advice is simple, if they truly want to write results, they should first write their wills. That’s their choice,” he said.

Describing Kalu as a friend and younger brother, the governor added that he had forgiven him for past criticisms of his administration, stressing the need to maintain peace and decorum in Abia.

Otti also used the platform to reaffirm that he has no intention of joining the APC and remains a committed member of the Labour Party.

Strike: We’re Waiting For Reps Committee – Dr Hassan.

Chairman, Plateau State University chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Dr Monday Hassan, has said that the association’s two-week warning strike is ongoing, stating that they are still waiting for the House of Representatives’ intervention.

Hassan stated this against the backdrop of the House of Representatives ad-hoc committee headed by the Speaker, Mr Tajudeen Abbas, which seeks to mediate over the impasse. Hassan said they were waiting to hear from the committee.

Speaking to our correspondent yesterday, Hassan said the strike would end only after a concrete discussion with the union’s national leadership.

He said, “If they intervene, there may be a positive response from the federal government.” The bottom line is that we are waiting to hear from them.”

NNPP Too Small For Me, Kwankwaso Never Reached Out While I Was In Prison,’ Says Faruk Lawan, Ex-Lawmaker Pardoned By Tinubu.

Lawan explained that his decision stems from a desire to operate on a broader, national scale, rather than remaining tied to a party he considers limited in reach.

Former Nigerian House of Representatives member Faruk Lawan has alleged that Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), never reached out to show concern during his time in prison.

He added that even a year after regaining his freedom, the former governor has not contacted him.

Lawan, who was pardoned by President Bola Tinubu on October 9, 2025, for corruption offences he was convicted of, said that while there is still mutual respect between him and Kwankwaso, he no longer aligns politically with the Kwankwasiyya movement.

“Now a whole year has passed, and he hasn’t called to wish me well, to say ‘May God bring you out of this place’ or to pray for me,” Lawan said, revealing what he described as a lack of support from some of his former political allies.

He said this in an interview with BBC Hausa, further emphasising that the relationship, while respectful, is no longer political.

Nnamdi Kanu: Tinubu granted clemency to ‘drug lords, murderers’ – Aguocha.

Member of the House of Representatives, Obi Aguocha, has criticised the federal government for what he described as selective justice in the handling of the case of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.

The Lawmaker accused the Nigerian government of applying different standards of justice to the Igbo ethnic group compared to other regions of the country.

Speaking during an interview on Arise Television News, Aguocha said President Bola Tinubu recently granted clemency to individuals convicted of serious crimes such as drug trafficking and murder, while Kanu, who according to him has committed no offence, continues to languish in detention.

He said: “I firmly believe that we must all raise our voices, even if it means doing so through peaceful protests. In the administration of criminal justice in Nigeria, an Igbo man faces a host of challenges that other tribes do not experience. In a recent series of pardons, President Tinubu granted clemency to ‘drug lords’ and ‘murderers,’ yet Nnamdi Kanu, who has committed no offence, has endured extensive dehumanisation for ten years.”

Aguocha, who represents the Ikwuano/Umuahia North/Umuahia South Federal Constituency of Abia State, has been consistent in his calls for the immediate release of Kanu.

He said the continued detention of the IPOB leader, despite several court rulings in his favour, undermines justice and threatens peace in the Southeast region.

Recall that Nnamdi Kanu has been in the custody of the Department of State Services, DSS, since his re-arrest and extradition from Kenya in 2021.

He faces charges bordering on treasonable felony and terrorism.

National Assembly Moves to Shift Presidential, Governorship Elections to November 2026 in New Electoral Act Amendment.

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Assembly is considering amending the Electoral Act to move presidential and governorship elections from the usual February or March to November 2026.

This proposal is part of the draft amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act, which specify that such elections must hold no later than 185 days before the end of the incumbent’s tenure on May 29.

The amendment was discussed on Monday during a one-day public hearing organized by the Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on Electoral Matters.

At the session, several stakeholders called for the inclusion of electronic voting and electronic transmission of results to enhance transparency in the electoral process.

According to Section 4(7) of the proposed amendment, “elections into the office of the president and governor of a state shall be held not later than 185 days before the expiration of the term of office of the last holder of the office.” Based on this provision, the next presidential and governorship polls would fall in November 2026.

Similarly, Section 4(5) stipulates that elections into the National Assembly and state Houses of Assembly must also be conducted not later than 185 days before their dissolution dates.

To give legal backing to the adjustment, the joint committee explained that the amendment introduces new subsections now Section 27 (5–7)—following changes to Sections 76, 116, 132, and 178 of the Constitution, effectively transferring the authority to determine election timelines from the Constitution to the Electoral Act.

Court fixes October 31 for jurisdiction ruling on Dagogo’s suit against Tinubu.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled October 31, 2025, to deliver its ruling on the issue of jurisdiction in a suit filed by former House of Representatives member Farah Dagogo, challenging President Bola Tinubu’s constitutional authority to suspend democratically elected officials during the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State.

The suit, No. FHC/PH/CS/50/2025, lists as defendants the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, and Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas (Rtd.), who served as the Rivers State Administrator during the emergency rule period.

At Friday’s hearing, counsel to the plaintiff, Babafemi Adegbite, adopted his written arguments supporting the court’s jurisdiction to entertain the matter.

Presiding judge, Justice James Omotosho, after taking submissions from both parties, reserved his ruling and adjourned the matter until October 31.

Speaking to journalists after the proceedings, Adegbite reiterated his client’s stance that President Tinubu exceeded his constitutional powers by suspending elected officials in both the executive and legislative arms of the Rivers State Government.

He said, “Even though they have now been reinstated, the action remains unconstitutional. We need a clear judicial pronouncement to prevent future occurrences.”

Adegbite maintained that the reinstatement of the affected officials does not make the case academic, noting that the core issue revolves around constitutional integrity and the scope of presidential power.

He further distinguished Dagogo’s suit from previous emergency rule cases that were struck out for lack of jurisdiction, insisting that the facts and legal issues in this case are different.

Bill for Creation of Ibadan State Passes Second Reading in House of Representatives.

A bill seeking to create a new state in Nigeria’s South-West geopolitical zone has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives.

Sponsored by Hon. Abass Adigun, representing Ibadan North East/Ibadan South East Federal Constituency, the bill proposes an amendment to the 1999 Constitution to establish Ibadan State from the current Oyo State.

During Thursday’s plenary, Adigun argued that Ibadan, once the capital of the old Western Region, deserves statehood, noting that other regional capitals like Enugu and Kaduna have since become states. He described the proposal as a “monumental step toward equitable development and true federalism.

Adigun cited Ibadan’s large population and landmass as justification, claiming that “one local government in Ibadan is bigger than three in Bayelsa State.” His comment sparked protest from Bayelsa lawmaker Obuku Ofurji, who called it “disrespectful.” Adigun later apologised but maintained that his statement was factual.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the session, referred the bill to the House Committee on Constitutional Review for further consideration.

The proposal aligns with renewed agitation for state creation across Nigeria. In September, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to ensure Ibadan State is created before 2027.

Creating a new state under Section 8 of the 1999 Constitution requires approval by two-thirds of the National Assembly, the affected state’s assembly, local councils, and a referendum supported by two-thirds of residents in the proposed area.

No new state has been created in Nigeria since the return to democratic rule in 1999.

Reps Reject U.S. Senate’s Genocide Claim Against Christians in Nigeria.

The House of Representatives has dismissed the U.S. Senate’s claim describing Nigeria’s insecurity as genocide against Christians or state-sponsored persecutiom, saying it misrepresents the country’s true situation.

The decision followed a motion by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, titled “Urgent Need for a Coordinated Diplomatic and Domestic Response to the Proposed Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 (U.S. Senate Bill S.2747)”.

Kalu said the U.S. bill, introduced on September 9, 2025, which seeks to label Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act, is based on incomplete assessments. 

He stressed that Nigeria’s Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and that insecurity is multi-causal, driven by insurgency, banditry, separatism, and communal clashes—not religion.

Lawmakers warned that the U.S. claim could undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty and strain diplomatic ties. Julius Ihonvbere called for swift diplomatic engagement, while Oluwole Oke described the claim as a “deliberate attempt to damage Nigeria’s image.”

The House reaffirmed constitutional religious freedom, condemned all forms of violence, and rejected the U.S. Senate’s portrayal of Nigeria’s crisis. 

It also directed the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the Nigerian Embassy in Washington to lodge a diplomatic protest and present factual data to U.S. and international bodies.

"CBN Doesn’t Even Know Where Many Fintech Banks Operate From" — Lawmaker, Hon Olufemi Bamisile Alleges.

Chairman of the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the operations of fintech companies in Nigeria, Hon. Olufemi Bamisile, has raised serious concerns over the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) limited oversight and lack of vital information about major fintech operators in the country.

Speaking during a live television interview, Bamisile said the committee’s ongoing probe revealed troubling regulatory lapses, suggesting that the apex bank may not have full knowledge of where or how some fintech firms operate.

He noted that key players in the sector, including MoniePoint, OPay, and Kuda Bank, failed to honour invitations to appear before the National Assembly, with several official emails sent to them bouncing back.

“It’s alarming that the CBN doesn’t even know where these operators are located,” Bamisile said. “We found out that OPay, for instance, is owned by someone in China. This raises serious national security and economic concerns.”

The lawmaker also alleged possible collusion within the system, pointing out that many of these platforms appear to be run by local agents without transparent ownership structures.

Bamisile reaffirmed that the House committee will conclude its investigation within the stipulated timeframe and recommend stronger regulations to ensure accountability and protect Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.

President Bola Tinubu has sought approval from the House of Representatives to borrow $2.35 billion in external capital to finance part of the 2025 budget deficit and refinance Nigeria’s maturing Eurobonds

Benjamin Kalu Reflects on Nigeria’s 26 Years of Democracy, Calls for Renewed Commitment to Justice and Freedom

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has reflected on Nigeria’s democratic journey, highlighting both its achievements and ongoing challenges 26 years after the country’s return to civilian rule.

In a video shared by Symfoni TV, Kalu reminisced about the nation’s optimism at the dawn of democracy in 1999, following decades of military dictatorship. He said Nigerians had hoped that the new era would usher in freedom, justice, and prosperity for all citizens.

Speaking during an update on the ongoing constitutional amendment process, Kalu stated that the 1999 Constitution was designed to lay the foundation for a Nigeria where citizens wield real power, rights are protected, and government institutions exist to serve the people.

However, he questioned whether that vision has been fully realized, noting that while progress has been made — including seven peaceful general elections and smooth power transitions between political parties — more work still lies ahead.

Kalu acknowledged that civil society has grown stronger, the media enjoys greater freedom, and the judiciary, despite challenges, continues to assert its independence.

He also emphasized the role of political parties as vital channels for citizen participation, noting that millions of Nigerians continue to cast their votes because they believe in the value of democracy.

“The Constitution of 1999 brought about the return of Nigeria to democratic governance 26 years ago. For a moment, there was great anticipation — we dared to think that a new era of freedom, justice, and prosperity was finally within reach,” Kalu reflected.

Kalu concluded by calling on Nigerians to remain steadfast in strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring that the ideals envisioned at the beginning of civilian rule continue to guide the nation’s path forward.

Pres. Tinubu Seeks Lawmakers’ Approval to Raise $2.8bn for Budget and Infrastructure.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking approval to raise $2.347 billion from the international capital market to finance part of the 2025 budget deficit and refinance Nigeria’s maturing Eurobonds.

 He also requested authorization to issue a $500 million debut sovereign Sukuk to fund critical infrastructure.

The letter, read by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen during Tuesday’s plenary, stated that the request aligns with Sections 21(1) and 27(1) of the Debt Management Office (Establishment, Etc.) Act, 2003.

Tinubu explained that the borrowing would fund provisions in the 2025 Appropriation Act, refinance the $1.118 billion Eurobond due in November 2025, and expand access to diversified external financing. The 2025 budget includes N9.28 trillion in new borrowings to cover the fiscal deficit, with N1.84 trillion ($1.229 billion) set aside for external loans.

The President asked the House to approve raising the funds through options such as Eurobond issuance, bridge financing, loan syndication, or borrowing from international financial institutions. He said the plan would help “avoid default” and align with global best practices.

Tinubu noted that the external capital to be raised—$1.229 billion for new borrowing and $1.118 billion for refinancing—totals $2.347 billion. He added that the government’s primary strategy is to issue Eurobonds, with terms determined by prevailing market conditions.

The Finance Ministry and Debt Management Office would work with transaction advisers to secure favorable terms.
In a separate request, Tinubu sought approval to issue a $500 million international Sukuk, modeled after Nigeria’s domestic Sukuk programme that has raised over N1.39 trillion since 2017 for infrastructure. He said the debut Sukuk would attract new investors, diversify funding sources, and deepen Nigeria’s sovereign securities market.

“Tinubu’s Re-election Begins with Voter Registration” — Lagos Lawmaker Adesola Adedayo Urges APC to Mobilize Grassroots

A federal lawmaker from Lagos State, Dr. Adesola Adedayo, has emphasized the importance of the ongoing nationwide voter registration exercise, describing it as a decisive factor for the 2027 general elections and the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.

Adedayo, who represents Apapa Constituency in the House of Representatives, urged All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders across the country to mobilize eligible Nigerians to register and secure their right to vote.

“We must begin at the grassroots. Every potential voter for President Tinubu must be guided to register now — that’s where victory starts,” Adedayo stated.


The lawmaker, a former two-term chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), revealed that he has been actively engaging communities across his constituency since the commencement of the exercise to ensure maximum voter participation.

Drawing parallels between President Tinubu and legendary wartime leaders such as Alexander the Great, Winston Churchill, and Dwight D. Eisenhower, Adedayo described the President as a resilient leader navigating both security and economic battles to restore Nigeria’s prosperity.

“At his age and with all he has achieved, President Tinubu’s focus is now on leaving a lasting legacy of service to his fatherland,” he added.


He appealed to Nigerians for patience and faith in the administration, assuring citizens that Tinubu will deliver on his promises to rebuild the economy and strengthen national unity.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has been conferred with the revered traditional title of Sarauniyar Yaki (Warrior Queen) of the Akko Emirate in Gombe State.

The Lamido Akko, Alhaji Umar Muhammad Atiku, bestowed the title on Thursday in recognition of her dedication to defending the vulnerable and advancing the welfare of women and children across the nation.

In her remarks after the conferment, the First Lady expressed gratitude for the honour, describing it as both humbling and inspiring. She reaffirmed her commitment to championing the cause of the girl-child in education and health, while urging traditional rulers to support her advocacy and help drive her initiatives to grassroots communities.

The ceremony, which took place at the Akko Emirate, was attended by Gombe State Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, the Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Usman Bello Kumo, and other dignitaries.

National Assembly Tightens Security Ahead of Resumption
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The National Assembly has announced heightened security measures around key areas of its complex in Abuja ahead of lawmakers’ resumption from their annual recess on October 7.

The new development was made known on Thursday via an internal memo issued by the Office of the Serjeant-at-Arms and addressed to the Chairman of the Senate Services Committee.

According to the communication, access to certain strategic locations, including the Senate Chamber, the main gangway, and the corridor leading past the Senate President’s office, will now be restricted to senators and members of the House of Representatives only.

The memo, dated October 2 and signed by Brigadier-General Etido E. Ekpo (retd), stated that “all aides or personal assistants would not be allowed into the said corridor.” Lawmakers were also advised to communicate the new directive to their aides ahead of the resumption date.

The tightened security comes just days after Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, regained access to her office in Room 205 of the Senate wing, six months after it was sealed following her controversial suspension by the Senate leadership. Speaking after security personnel and the Serjeant-at-Arms formally unsealed the office, Akpoti-Uduaghan described the experience as “a test of resilience against injustice.”

Both chambers of the National Assembly had initially adjourned plenary on July 24 until September 23 for their annual two-month recess. However, in a brief statement issued last month, the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, announced that the resumption date had been shifted to October 7.