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The House of Representatives on Tuesday held a public hearing on the Treaties (Making Procedure) Bill 2020, which sought to review and amend the Treaties (Making Procedure, etc.,) Act of 1993 imposed by the military.
The bill seeks to repeal the Nigerian laws relating to treaties and agreements and re-enact them to be in line with democratic principles as contained in the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
When the bill becomes law, it will become compulsory for the Federal Government to seek the approval of the National Assembly and two-third of the state Houses of Assembly during negotiation and after signing international agreements and protocols as well as contractual agreements and borrowing terms with other countries or organisations.
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The House of Representatives on Tuesday flagged off the review of the Treaties Act of 1993, which was promulgated by the Military.
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila explained that when the amendment bill becomes law, it will make the country’s laws on treaties and protocols fully compliant with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution and ensure that it aligns with global best practices.
The Speaker who was represented by Hon. Sani Daura argued that repealing the Treaties Act of 1993 represents a bold and long overdue step in our forward march towards a more perfect democracy.
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has said that repealing the Treaties (Making Procedure, etc) Act of 1993 represents a bold and long overdue step in the country’s quest for perfect democracy.