President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the South-West Development Commission Bill, the South-South Development Commission Bill, and the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill, 2025.
The Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Basheer Lado, announced the development in a statement, emphasizing Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive governance, equitable progress, and Nigeria’s emergence as a global powerhouse.
“By signing into law the establishment of the South-West and South-South Development Commissions, President Tinubu has reaffirmed his role as a transformational leader who prioritizes regional empowerment, economic expansion, and infrastructural excellence,” Lado said.
He noted that the commissions would serve as engines of industrial growth, job creation, and social advancement, ensuring that all regions benefit from the administration’s development agenda.
Regarding the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill, Lado explained that its passage reinforces the country’s commitment to fairness and integrity in global sports.
“By domesticating the UNESCO International Convention Against Doping in Sports, the Tinubu administration has safeguarded the future of Nigerian sports, protecting athletes from unfair practices and strengthening the nation’s reputation for integrity,” he added.
