Citizens criticize lawmakers for refusing to pass Gender and Equal Opportunity Bill
The Senators who opposed the bill include Adamu Aliero of Kebbi State and Emmanuel Bwacha of Taraba State.
Senate President, Bukola Saraki.
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The bill was debated on the Senate floor today, March 15, 2016, but failed to pass the second reading.
The Senators who opposed the bill include Adamu Aliero of Kebbi State and Emmanuel Bwacha of Taraba State.
Nigerians have reacted to the development via Twitter. Read comments below:
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