Anti ngo bill fg plans to delist deficient ngos

You're referring to the proposed Anti-NGO Bill in Nigeria, also known as the "NGO Regulation Bill" or "NGO Bill 2020". The bill, which was introduced by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2020, aims to regulate the activities of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the plan to delist NGOs that are deemed "deficient" or non-compliant with the regulations. According to the bill, an NGO can be delisted if it fails to:

  1. Comply with the registration requirements, including the submission of annual reports and audited accounts.
  2. Maintain a minimum of 50% Nigerian membership on its board of directors.
  3. Comply with the provisions of the bill, including the requirement to obtain prior approval from the government before engaging in certain activities.

The bill also provides for the establishment of a "NGO Regulatory Commission" which will be responsible for monitoring and regulating the activities of NGOs in Nigeria. The commission will have the power to:

  1. Register and license NGOs.
  2. Monitor and inspect the activities of NGOs.
  3. Investigate and prosecute NGOs that violate the provisions of the bill.
  4. Delist NGOs that are deemed non-compliant with the regulations.

The proposed bill has been met with widespread criticism from civil society organizations, human rights groups, and other stakeholders who argue that it is an attempt to stifle dissent and restrict the activities of NGOs in Nigeria. They argue that the bill is overly broad and vague, and that it could be used to target and silence NGOs that are critical of the government.

It's worth noting that the bill is still pending before the Nigerian National Assembly, and it has not yet been signed into law. However, the controversy surrounding the bill has already sparked a heated debate about the role of NGOs in Nigerian society and the need for greater transparency and accountability in the non-profit sector.