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Post COVID-19 era: 7 reasons why N’Assembly must pass local content Bill

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By Yemi Itodo

As the world prepares for measures in boosting economies after the ease of global lockdown, the Nigerian National Assembly, is once again, saddled with the responsibility of coming up with legislative piece and actions that could help rejuvenate the nation’s economy and help Nigerians overcome post-Corona virus hardship. googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js">

One swift step that must be taken by both Houses of the National Assembly, is to give serious attention to, and speedily pass the local content enforcement Bill.

The Bill which is known as, the Nigerian Local Content Development and Enforcement Bill 2020, passed second reading on the floor of the House of Representatives, on Tuesday, 19th May, 2020.

The Bill is being sponsored by the Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila; Chairman, House Committee on Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring, Rep. Legor Idagbo and 7 others.

Amongst other things, the Bill seeks to expand the scope of local content in the extant NOGICD Act, thereby putting the Nigerian economy in the hands of Nigerians, creating jobs and enhancing the value of indigenous businesses in the post Covid-19 era.

Spokesman of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, while analysing the general principles of the Bill in a statement on Monday, said, the idea of local content Bill or policy was to encourage local participation, ownership and control of certain key sectors by indigenous businesses.

“This is vital to preserving Nigeria’s socioeconomic independence and enhancing the ability of indigenous businesses to exploit local opportunities, while staying globally competitive”, Kalu said.

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Stressing further, the Spokesman said, “so far, the key local content legislation in Nigeria is the 10-year old Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act 2010 (NOGICDA), which established the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) but is limited to the oil sector.

“Also notable, are the President’s efforts to extend local content compliance to the public procurement practices of federal parastatals vide his Executive Orders 003 and 005.

“However, as we celebrate the Africa Day (May 25), a day commemorating Africa’s independence, liberation and socioeconomic freedom from foreign dominion and exploitation, and in the light of the current COVID-19 induced global economic position which has forced countries to look inwards for economic growth and sustainability, it has become imperative to extend local content policy beyond the Petroleum Industry to other critical sectors like, ICT, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Power, Solid Minerals, Construction, Health, etc, through comprehensive legislation”.

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF THE BILL IN NIGERIA’S POST COVID-19 ERA:

  1. The Bill, when passed and assented to, will promote local manufacturing and economic diversification with focus on ICT, Agriculture, Solid Minerals, Hydrocarbon Refining and Power.

It provides for incentives to encourage local processing of hydrocarbon resources, export of processed minerals and agricultural commodities, local manufacturing of equipment, machinery, spares, chemicals, ICT hardwares, development of softwares and others.

The Local Content Bill also provides for standardisation of locally made goods and locally sourced raw materials to make them competitive in the international market.

  1. The Bill makes it mandatory for Nigerian made goods and services in all public procurements; Nigerian content philosophy as a key requirement in all public sector procurements; provides for creation of local content departments in MDAs and provides requirement for Nigerian Content Plan (NCP) on major projects (above N100m) outlining minimum Nigerian Content thresholds for materials, labour and services required on the project.
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It also strengthens Nigerian content requirements in solicitation of bids and requires Nigerian content compliance certificate as a pre-condition for contract awards; while recommending the creation of Nigerian Content Committee (NCC), to develop economy-wide local content policy.

  1. Creation of a robust R&D ecosystem to drive home grown technology development; promoting collaborations between Research institutions, product developers and end users of Research; as well as provision to incentives funding of research by public and private sector entities, is another green side of the Bill that would help develop the Nigerian system.
  2. In job creation drive to address unemployment, the Bill seeks to give first consideration to Nigerians with requisite skills in all public funded projects.

The Bill also provides for creation of national database of available skills amongst the Nigerian locals and requirements for approval and utilisation of expatriates will only role where there is immediate skills shortage.

  1. Local Content Enforcement Bill will address capacity building to develop resilient local supply chain; Provision for targeted sector-specific capacity building programmes and requirement to close capacity gaps in education, infrastructure, facilities and vendor development on the back of projects.
  2. Sustainable funding for local content is another clause in the Bill that will help promote and grow the Nigerian economy in Post COVID-19 era.

To achieve this, the Bill provides for creation of a Nigerian Content Trust Fund (NCTF), dedicated to implementing projects and programmes connected to developing local content. Application of the Fund to develop SMEs through low interest project-based financing schemes is also provided for in the Bill.

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  1. The enactment of the Nigerian Local Content Development and Enforcement Bill will strengthen executive-legislature synergy and oversight on local content administration in key sectors of the economy.

It will also provide necessary legislative backbone for implementation of key initiatives that will evolve from the Presidential Economic Sustainability Committee as well as other policy actions by the Executive aimed at repositioning the Nigerian economy in the post COVID-19 era.

As the House of Representatives resumes plenary on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2020, it is instructive to consider further legislative actions for the speedy passage of the all-important Nigerian Local Content Development and Enforcement Bill 2020.

The Nigerian Senate should also, as a matter of urgent national importance, consider the concurrence of the Bill when passed by the lower chamber, for the immediate assent of President Muhammad Buhari, for the good of our economy and the citizenry.

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What NLM National Leader, ThisDaysMoses Tells Followers On Birthday Anniversary, Full Text

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The National Leader, Nigerian Liberty Movements, NLM, Amb. Moses O. Adebisi, PhD, has reassured his followers of his commitment to the emancipation of the downtrodden masses.

This is contained in a birthday anniversary message sighted by the informavores!

He said, ‘To My Beloved Comrades and Patriots of the Nigerian Liberty Movements (NLM) Worldwide”

“As I sit to pen these words, my heart swells with immeasurable gratitude, not just for the personal celebration of my birthday, but for the collective triumph we marked—the one-year anniversary of the Nigerian Liberty Movements (NLM).









Yesterday was not merely a day of joy; it was a reaffirmation of the purpose we share, the battle we fight, and the future we envision for Nigeria and its people.

“The overwhelming show of love, unity, and unwavering support from every corner of the world reminded me of the sacred duty we have taken upon ourselves—to restore to our people the dignity that has long been stolen, to break the chains of a system designed to suppress, and to light a path toward true national rebirth. Your messages, your calls, and your relentless reaffirmation of our cause have reinforced my belief that we are not just a movement; we are a force of destiny.

“The Journey of NLM: A Testament to Our Collective Will.

“One year ago, we came together not to form another political group, not to add to the chorus of empty voices, but to be a catalyst for real and lasting change. We did not merely launch a movement—we sounded a clarion call that the days of complacency are over. We declared that Nigeria shall no longer be a playground for mediocrity, that governance shall no longer be the private business of a select few, and that liberty shall no longer be an abstract dream but a living reality for all.

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“In this past year, we have faced opposition from those who benefit from Nigeria’s broken system. We have been challenged, ridiculed, and threatened. But here we stand, stronger than ever, growing in numbers, deepening in resolve, and moving closer to the day when true liberty will take its rightful place in our land.

“The Significance of Liberty Day: The Dawn of a New Era.

“Yesterday’s celebration was not just about my birth; it was about the birth of an idea that has begun to take root in the consciousness of millions. As we move toward the formal declaration of Liberty Day, we recognize that this is more than just a symbolic event. It is the pronouncement of a new covenant with the Nigerian people—a day that will mark the irreversible break from the shackles of oppression.

“For too long, Nigeria has been trapped in a cycle where leadership is not about service but about plundering. We have watched the rise of rulers, not leaders—men and women who see governance as an entitlement, not a responsibility. This has been our reality for decades, but Liberty Day will stand as a declaration that a new order is here, an order built on accountability, justice, and a leadership that truly belongs to the people.

“My Gratitude As The Torchbearers of This Revolution to You as The Missionaries.

“I cannot express enough appreciation to every single one of you—our members, supporters, and allies who have given your time, energy, and resources to this cause. You are the true heroes of this movement. Some of you have risked your safety, some have sacrificed your personal comfort, and many of you continue to dedicate yourselves selflessly, not for personal gain but for the hope of a liberated nation.

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“To our comrades in Nigeria, who bear the brunt of the failed system daily, your resilience is inspiring. You endure hardships not because you accept them, but because you have chosen to fight for something greater than yourselves. To our members in the diaspora, who continue to champion this cause from foreign lands, your voices echo across borders, reminding the world that Nigeria is not without men and women of honor.

“Yesterday’s outpouring of love was not just for me—it was for us, for the ideals we stand for, for the dream we refuse to let die. I am humbled, I am strengthened, and I am more determined than ever because I do not walk alone. We walk together, hand in hand, unyielding and unstoppable.

A Call to Action: The Road Ahead
“My dear comrades, our journey has just begun. One year is a milestone, but it is not the destination. There is much more to be done. The forces of oppression will not yield easily; they will fight with everything they have. But history has shown that no tyranny lasts forever. The will of the people, once awakened, cannot be subdued.

“Let this anniversary serve as a reminder that we are not here to merely exist—we are here to transform. Let our commitment deepen, our strategy sharpen, and our resolve be unbreakable. The battles ahead will require more from us—more courage, more sacrifice, more unity. But make no mistake: we are closer than ever to the tipping point.

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“One day soon, we will look back at this moment, not as a mere memory, but as the beginning of Nigeria’s true independence. We shall tell our children that we stood when others bowed, that we fought when others surrendered, and that we prevailed when many doubted.

“Thank you for standing with me. Thank you for standing for the aggrieved members of Nigerian society.
Thank you for believing in Liberty.

“The movement continues. The victory is inevitable.

*With all my love and unwavering commitment.

He concluded.


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Upscaling Organic, Agroecology practices key to healthy living – Experts

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Organic and Agroecology experts see say upscaling the practices in Nigeria as is key to healthy living for the nation’s populace and environment.

The experts made the assertion during the zoom seminar organized by the Organic and Agroecology Initiative (ORAIN) in conjunction with Organic and Agroecology Innovation Platform (OAIP) and Journalists Go Organic Initiative.


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The Symposium was on `Demand for Organic and Agroecological Produce and Products in Nigeria: Calling for Supply’.
Mrs Ebere Agozie, the Convener, Journalists Go Organic Initiative, who was one of the discussants called for caution when purchasing consumables, noting that people are unwittingly serving deadly meals to families.

“Its unfortunate that some of us, especially women, poison the families with every meal served as most of the farm produce purchased are laced with toxins.

“Most chemicals used by farmers are killing Nigerians daily. Even when people try to use herbs to cure sicknesses they still run into trouble because those herbs are also contaminated’’.

Recalling how she was hospitalized for three days after consuming vegetables suspected to have been cultivated with chemical fertilizers, Mrs Agozie called for stringent punishment for importers and sellers of these poisonous chemicals.

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“Many studies have shown that exposure to various environmental pollutants, such as pesticides, is associated with increasing prevalence of cases of cancer and solid tumours, particularly among individuals with occupational exposure, such as agricultural workers.

“A study by Heinrich Boll Foundation had revealed that some hazardous pesticides banned in Europe are being used in Nigeria, thereby leaving their toxic residues on our farm produce.

” Nigeria, along with other low and middle income countries, has become a dumping ground for big Europe-based agrochemical companies exporting banned toxic pesticides for profit at the risk of lives and the environment.

“Then, you should ask yourself, why don’t they consume what they produce?”
Agozie urged Nigerians to be wise when purchasing for the health of their families and averred that the practice of Organic and agroecology is a win win situation.

“The good thing is that Nigerians are beginning to take care of their health by the increase in the demand for organic produce in the country.

“At our Abuja Organic Market, our vendors cannot even produce enough for our customers, this is part of the reason we want more farmers to come on board.

“We should all help in our own little ways. If we all farm organic, even in our backyards, those who sell those deadly chemicals would have lost our patronage.

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“Same goes for those who farm with synthetic fertilizers. But as long as we continue to patronize them, they will continue to thrive’’.

She reiterated that Organic and Agroecology practices ensure that one eats healthy and stays healthy and can never go wrong with them.

“They put healthy food on our table and as well put plenty of money in our bank accounts.

“They do not only ensure food sufficiency but are also effective in the restoration of our health, and that of the environment.

“Something can be sufficient and not efficient but organic and agroecology practices are all encompassing, so let us go back to what our fore fathers use to do, and they lived longer and healthier’’.

“Consumer perceptions of quality and safety, as well as environmental impact of organic agricultural practices, are factors driving the demand for organic products in Nigeria.

“There’s a growing awareness of the benefits of organic and sustainable products, particularly in the natural cosmetics market”.

Another discussant, Dr Aderonke Ajav, Director, University Health Services, university of Ibadan noted that consumers are now increasingly prioritizing food safety, environmental concern, and health consciousness when making purchasing decisions.

She called for produce promotion and collaborations between farmers, academia, media, and government policies to help enhance the benefits of organic produce.

Prof. Olugbenga AdeOluwa, Professor of Soil Fertility, University of Ibadan who moderated the symposium added that farmers need to be trained and certified in organic farming practices to meet the growing demand.

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Nigerian producers are seeking ways to expand the export as consumers pay more attention to health.

“Nigeria has been making money producing organically grown crops for European markets, where demand for healthier food has been rapidly growing.


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NLM Mobilization Director charges members to take structural formation serious

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Alhaji Suleiman Yunusa, the National Director, Mobilization and Contact, Nigeria Liberty Movement, NLM has charges NLM members nation-wide to be more serious with the mobilization and the structural formation.





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He made this statement during a stakeholders meeting of the Kogi State chapter of NLM Saturday March 1st, 2025, Lokoja.

Yunusa said Nigeria Liberty Movement is a pure political movement that has come to establish an emergency national intervention for a new breed of leadership, saying that, “for emergency national intervention, we expect that everybody that is here has a burning desire”

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Yunusa further revealed that you will reap your effort according to what you put in.

“You are not going to work for Nigeria Liberty Movement, you are going to work for yourself”

“If you want to see the Nigeria of your dream, it is not all about going to the street to protest, it is not all about telling the Nigeria Labour Congress to go on strike”

“Nigeria Liberty Movement has come for self-actualisation of the citizen”

Yunusa said, “If you are a local government coordinator, all we want you to do is create your structure and even to take an elective position, NLM will sponsor your election”

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“Nigeria Liberty Movement is telling you to go and create your structure, showcase your structure and you will be empowered”, he continued.


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