A Conversation on Women Political Inclusion
Impact of the Current Economic Crisis on Nigerian Youths
House of Reps Constitution Review Committee partners with PLAC to Discuss Temporary Special Measures to Elect Women
On Monday, 28 October 2024, the Policy and Legacy Advocacy Centre (PLAC) in collaboration with the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review and with support from European Union in Nigeria, convened an International Legislative Dialogue on Women and Constitutional Amendment in Nigeria. The gathering brought together legislators, women’s groups, women politicians, civil society organisations, […]
National Assembly Passes Bills to Increase the National Minimum Wage and Guarantee Security of Tenure for IGP
The Senate and the House of Representatives at its plenary session on Tuesday, 23rd July 2024, advanced through the legislative process, the Bills to amend the National Minimum Wage Act, 2019 and the Police Act, 2020 by conducting the First, Second and Third Readings of the said bills on the same date. The Bill to […]
PLAC 2024 Legislative Internship Opportunity
Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) is implementing a 10-week long full-time internship programme with support from the European Union (EU) for young Nigerians who wish to gain knowledge of legislative practices and processes at the National Assembly. Internship Requirements: (i) At least, a first degree from a Tertiary Institution in any discipline (ii) Completed NYSC […]
Promoting Peace and Security through Women’s Leadership and Political Participation
Senate Suspends Approval of Recommendations from the Investigative Hearing on Proposed Electricity Tariff Hike
The Senate at its plenary session on Thursday, 16th May 2024 suspended the approval of the recommendations from the investigative hearing on the proposed electricity tariff hike by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) conducted by its Committee on Power. Presenting the investigative report on the proposed electricity tariff hike by NERC, the Chairman of […]
PLAC Job Openings
Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) is currently seeking experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies within our organization based in Abuja. Please adhere to the application instructions. Applications that do not follow the procedure will not be considered Senior Programme Officer –https://placng.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/732939000001768009/Senior-Programme-Officer?source=CareerSite Communications Officer –https://placng.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/732939000001772015/Communications-Officer?source=CareerSite Accounts Officerhttps://placng.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/732939000001772114/Accounts-Officer?source=CareerSite Monitoring & Evaluation Officerhttps://placng.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/732939000001772065/Monitoring-and-Evaluation-Officer?source=CareerSite Administrative Officerhttps://placng.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/732939000001772155/Administrative-Officer?source=CareerSite Executive […]
Constitution Review-Outcomes from 9th NASS & Outstanding Issues
The 2023 General Elections and the Judiciary: Lessons learnt so far
The Bill to Establish NABRO Scales Second Reading in the Senate
Senate at its plenary session on Thursday, 29 February 2024 passed for Second Reading the Bill to establish the National Assembly Budget and Research Office (NABRO). Leading the debate on the Bill, Sen. Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (APC: Ekiti) informed lawmakers that the Bill seeks to create an independent institution, tasked with the responsibility of providing […]
House Of Representatives Holds Sectoral Debate On The State Of The Nation’s Economy
The House of Representatives at its plenary session on Tuesday, 6 February 2024, held a sectoral debate with the heads of relevant agencies on the state of the nation’s economy. The sectoral debate focused on discussing and providing valuable insights into the efforts of the executive to address economic challenges and promote sustainable development. At […]
A Bill to Amend the Electoral Act, 2022 Scales Second Reading in the House of Representatives
A Bill to amend select provisions of the Electoral Act, 2022 (HB 37) has been read for the second time in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Electoral Matters for further legislative action. Leading the debate on the Bill at the plenary session on Wednesday, 7 February 2024, Hon. Francis Waive […]
Senate Passes Resolution to Re-Schedule its Interactive Session with Security Service Chiefs
The Senate at its plenary session on Wednesday, 7 February 2024, passed a resolution to reschedule its interactive session with security service chiefs to ensure maximum participation and engagement from all relevant security and intelligence agencies. The President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio explained that recent security incidents across the country required comprehensive discussions […]
Gender Based Violence in Nigeria and Legislative Intervention
What does the National Budget mean for Young People?
Youth and Open Parliament: Suggestions for the Legislature in Engaging Young People
Looking at Youth Centred Bills Introduced so far in the 10th NASS
Youth Political Power and Engagement beyond Elections
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presents N27.5 Trillion As Proposed 2024 Budget To The National Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in a Joint Session of the Senate and House of Representatives on Wednesday, 29 November 2023, presented the sum of N27.5 trillion as the proposed 2024 Budget. The President, in his address to the National Assembly described the 2024 Budget as the “Budget of Renewed Hope” which is designed to achieve […]