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Nigerian Reps Fast-Track Bill for Special Seats for Women
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng2mo ago2 sources

Nigerian Reps Fast-Track Bill for Special Seats for Women

The Nigerian House of Representatives is fast-tracking the passage of a bill to create special seats for women, urging state assemblies to support the initiative. This move aims to increase female representation in legislative bodies.

Indian Parliament to Reconvene for Bill on Women's Reservation
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-times3mo ago2 sources

Indian Parliament to Reconvene for Bill on Women's Reservation

The Indian Parliament is set to reconvene on April 16 to consider a significant bill that could increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816, with 273 seats reserved for women, aiming to implement a one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

Tamil Nadu report wants governors 'defanged'
PoliticsTimes of India4mo ago

Tamil Nadu report wants governors 'defanged'

Tamil Nadu's assembly has tabled a report recommending diminished powers for state governors and greater state autonomy in constitutional amendments. The committee proposed binding the President to appoint governors from a list approved by state assemblies and imposing timelines for bill assent.

Nigerian Senate Passes State Police Bill, Sanwo-Olu Calls it Historic
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng18d ago3 sources

Nigerian Senate Passes State Police Bill, Sanwo-Olu Calls it Historic

The Nigerian Senate has passed the State Police Bill, which aims to empower governors to appoint police commissioners and give directives, while also increasing the police trust fund allocation to 1%. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has hailed the passage as historic.

Oyo Governor Renews Call for State Police After Abductions
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Oyo Governor Renews Call for State Police After Abductions

Following recent abductions in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has reiterated his demand for the establishment of state police. He emphasized that state assemblies, not the Inspector General of Police, should facilitate the creation of such a force.