Nigeria: Foreign Aid Bill Endangers Civil Society

APO Group - Africa-Newsroom: latest news releases | 31-08-2026 11:20am |

Human Rights Watch has called on Nigeria's National Assembly to reject a proposed Foreign Aid Bill that could undermine the independence of civil society organizations. The bill, introduced in May 2026, would establish a regulatory commission to oversee foreign aid, but critics argue it gives authorities undue influence over funding and activities. The bill aims to promote transparency and align aid with national priorities.

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