(DDM) – The House Committee on Digital and Information Technology, in collaboration with the Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, has announced a joint public hearing on the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill 2025.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that the hearing aims to provide a platform for citizens, industry stakeholders, and relevant organizations to contribute to discussions on the proposed legislation.

The committees emphasized that public input is vital to ensuring the bill addresses emerging technological trends and supports Nigeria’s digital transformation goals.

According to lawmakers, the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill 2025 seeks to strengthen the legal framework for digital services, e-governance, cybersecurity, and digital financial inclusion.

The legislation is part of broader government efforts to position Nigeria as a competitive player in the global digital economy.

Experts note that the bill could enhance transparency, improve service delivery, and provide guidelines for data protection, digital infrastructure, and citizen engagement in online government services.

The committees invited tech companies, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and members of the public to attend the hearing and submit contributions.

Stakeholders are encouraged to provide input on critical areas, including digital policy regulation, cybersecurity protocols, and mechanisms to protect user data in the public sector.

The public hearing is also expected to address issues such as digital literacy, the role of emerging technologies in governance, and strategies for promoting innovation across Nigerian industries.

According to the House Committee, the joint hearing represents a significant step toward aligning Nigeria’s ICT legislation with global best practices.

It is anticipated that the outcome of the hearing will influence amendments to the bill before it is presented for final legislative approval.

The Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the legislation balances technological advancement with robust regulatory oversight.

This initiative reflects Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to modernize its digital economy and governance systems in line with international standards.

Citizens and stakeholders are urged to participate actively to ensure their perspectives are incorporated into the final draft of the legislation.

The hearing also provides an opportunity for industry players to highlight challenges and opportunities within Nigeria’s evolving digital ecosystem.

By engaging the public in the legislative process, lawmakers aim to foster a collaborative approach that strengthens accountability, inclusivity, and innovation in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey.

The National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill 2025 is seen as a critical tool to accelerate Nigeria’s technological growth while safeguarding citizens’ rights in an increasingly digital society.

(DDM) – Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has released a detailed account of his two-year legislative journey, proudly listing 34 transformative Bills he has personally sponsored at the National Assembly.

According to Diaspora Digital Media (DDM), the senator made the revelation through a public statement shared on his social media handle, where he highlighted his commitment to “people-centered governance, economic reform, youth empowerment, institutional strengthening, and equitable development.”

Nwoko said the Bills reflect his dedication to building a “stronger, fairer, and more prosperous Nigeria,” adding that his proposals address both national challenges and specific needs of his Delta North constituency.

Among his landmark legislative efforts is the Constitutional Alteration for the Creation of Anioma State, a proposal that seeks to correct Nigeria’s geopolitical imbalance and grant Delta North a distinct state identity within the federation.

He also introduced the Diaspora Voting Bill, aimed at granting Nigerians abroad the right to vote through secure embassy-based and electronic systems, a move that could redefine electoral inclusiveness for millions contributing to Nigeria’s economy from overseas.

Other notable Bills include the Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Grant Program, designed to provide seed funding and mentorship for young entrepreneurs; the National Ranching Development and Management Bill, to replace open grazing with structured ranching; and the Cashless Asset Acquisition Act, which seeks to combat illicit financial flows through traceable, cashless property transactions.

Nwoko further proposed the Parliamentary Governance System Act, which advocates a shift from the current presidential system to a parliamentary model, a controversial yet bold move he believes will enhance accountability and reduce governance costs.

His legislative portfolio also includes sector-specific reforms such as the Federal College of Agriculture (Establishment) Bill – Idumuje-Ugboko, Upgrade of Ogwashi-Uku Polytechnic to a Federal University of Technology, and the Establishment of a National Orthopedic Hospital in Onicha-Ugbo, all tailored to boost education, healthcare, and local development in Delta North.

In addition, he introduced Bills on mandatory military service for youths, anti-corruption in professional indemnity systems, restrictions on daytime movement of heavy-duty vehicles, and visa-free entry for African Union passport holders, all of which align with his vision of modernizing governance, improving safety, and deepening African integration.

DDM notes that Senator Nwoko’s advocacy for transparency, youth inclusion, and institutional reform has sparked widespread reactions online.

Supporters praised his productivity, describing him as one of the most active lawmakers in the current Senate.

However, critics argue that the true measure of legislative success lies not in the number of Bills sponsored but in the number passed and implemented effectively.

Some opposition figures questioned whether several of his proposals, particularly those touching constitutional reform and system change, would survive Nigeria’s deeply entrenched political resistance.

Political analysts told DDM that if even half of Nwoko’s 34 Bills become law, his tenure could mark a turning point in Nigeria’s legislative history.

They observed that his Anioma State creation Bill, if successful, could alter Nigeria’s geopolitical map for the first time in decades.

Senator Nwoko, who previously served as a member of the House of Representatives, emphasized that his goal is not just to legislate but to “institutionalize fairness, strengthen democracy, and promote unity.”

“As a proud representative of Delta North,” he wrote, “my mission remains clear, to ensure that governance works for the people, institutions serve with integrity, and every Nigerian feels the impact of effective representation.”

(DDM) – Former Kogi West senator, Dino Melaye, has praised Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, describing him as a “working governor” who has transformed the state into a massive construction site.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) reports that Melaye made the remark on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, where he lauded Oborevwori’s performance and commitment to people-oriented projects.

Posting photos from his recent visit, Melaye wrote:

“I was waoooed in Delta State. My respect to the Governor and people of Delta State. The entire state is a construction site. People-oriented projects everywhere across the state. Bravo. Delta is working, Governor Sheriff, Idigwa 4 U.”

According to Melaye, what he witnessed in Delta underscores a visible transformation agenda that focuses on infrastructure renewal, road expansion, and community development across the state’s three senatorial zones.

He said Governor Oborevwori’s initiatives have created jobs, boosted local economies, and inspired public confidence in government performance.

DDM recalls that earlier in 2025, Oborevwori and several members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the National Assembly defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The defection, which also included former Delta governor and ex-PDP vice presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, marked a major political realignment in Delta politics and the broader South-South region.

Since joining the APC, Oborevwori has accelerated his MORE Agenda, focusing on Meaningful development, Opportunities for all, Realistic reforms, and Enhanced peace and security.

Under his leadership, Delta has embarked on massive road construction, urban renewal projects, housing development, and youth empowerment programs aimed at modernizing infrastructure and reducing unemployment.

Observers say Melaye’s public endorsement further strengthens Oborevwori’s political credibility within the ruling party and could position Delta as a model of infrastructural governance under APC’s Southern leadership.

Residents who spoke to DDM in Asaba and Warri expressed mixed reactions, while some praised the ongoing development, others urged the governor to extend the projects to rural areas where infrastructural decay remains severe.

Melaye’s comments have since gone viral on social media, drawing attention to what many describe as the “new face of Delta State” under Oborevwori’s administration.

Political analysts say the praise from Dino Melaye, once a vocal critic of APC, highlights a new wave of bipartisan acknowledgment of performance-based governance in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.