He noted that the commissions are designed to facilitate infrastructural projects, industrial expansion, and job creation in their respective regions,
By Deborah Hassan
365Daily — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law three significant bills: the South-West Development Commission Bill, the South-South Development Commission Bill, and the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill, 2025.
Commending him for the assent, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, described the assent as a “historic achievement” that reinforces Tinubu’s commitment to regional development, economic growth, and Nigeria’s global standing in sports.
He noted that the commissions are designed to facilitate infrastructural projects, industrial expansion, and job creation in their respective regions, adding that their establishment is sequel to similar commissions for the South-East and North-West.
Speaking on the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill, he said it aligns the country with international anti-doping regulations by domesticating the UNESCO International Convention Against Doping in Sports.
The presidential aide explained that the legislation aims to ensure Nigerian athletes compete fairly on the world stage while protecting the integrity of national and international sports competitions.
Senator Lado praised the president’s actions, stating that the new laws reflect “proactive and decisive leadership” that prioritizes national progress and equity across all regions.