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Buhari Withdraws Assent To Peace Corps Bill

President Muhammadu Buhari has declined his assent to the Peace Corp Establishment bill passed by the National Assembly in 2017.

In a letter read by the speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, Tuesday at pleanary, Buhari cited security concerns and financial implications amongst reasons for his decision.

The bill if assented to Nigerians believe will help address the challenges of unemployment in the country.

Source: CORE TV

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