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Tinubu Transmits Bills To Overhaul NDLEA And NSIB

President Bola Tinubu has transmitted three executive bills to the House of Representatives. The bills aim to overhaul the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau.

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three executive bills dated October 12

They also propose the establishment of a National School of Government to replace the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria. The proposed legislation covers the NDLEA, NSIB, and the National School of Government.

The bills will undergo the House of Representatives' legislative process. The proposed changes will require the approval of the legislature and completion of the constitutional requirements for enactment before they become law.

The NDLEA Bill seeks to repeal the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Act and the Indian Hemp Act. The NSIB Bill aims to expand the agency's responsibilities beyond aviation accidents and incidents.

The National School of Government Bill proposes the establishment of a national institution for leadership development and policy delivery.

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