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The House of Representatives is calling for increased funding to develop the permanent site of the Nigerian Arabic Village in Abuja, a cultural institution that aims to promote Arab heritage and culture in Nigeria. The request comes as part of the 2025 Appropriation Bill.
The Attorney General of the Federation has threatened to file contempt suit against governors who have ignored LG autonomy directives. The governors' lawyers risk facing sanctions from the Local Government Councils and Development Authorities (LPDC).
The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued N1.1 trillion sovereign sukuk bonds to fund 124 federal road projects spanning over 5,820 kilometers nationwide. The bonds are part of efforts to upgrade the country's infrastructure.
All 36 states in Nigeria have submitted their positions on state police, with a majority agreeing that policing should be under state control. The talks between the NEC and governors are set to resume in January.
