Senate approves creation of rangers service to tackle illegal mining
The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill to establish the Nigeria Mines Rangers Service, a new agency that will help combat illegal mining and improve security across mining communities nationwide. The approval followed the adoption of a report presented by the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, chaired by Senator Ekong Samson, during Tuesday’s plenary. […]
Tinubu nominates Bernard Doro as minister
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Bernard Doro as a minister in his administration. The nomination, which was announced on Tuesday, has been sent to the Senate for screening and confirmation. The move is part of the President’s ongoing effort to strengthen his cabinet and improve governance delivery across key sectors. According to reliable sources […]
Those who defile minors face life imprisonment as Senate passes new law
The Nigerian Senate has approved a new law prescribing life imprisonment for anyone found guilty of defiling minors. The bill, which aims to strengthen the protection of children against sexual abuse, was passed during plenary on Tuesday after extensive debate by lawmakers. The new legislation amends existing criminal laws to ensure that offenders who sexually […]
Senate seeks rescue of Nigerian women, children from Libyan prisons
The Nigerian Senate has raised alarm over the plight of hundreds of Nigerian women and children languishing in Libyan prisons, describing their condition as a form of modern-day slavery. The lawmakers on Tuesday called for urgent diplomatic and humanitarian action to secure their release and safe return home. The motion was presented by Senator Aniekan […]
How Benin Republic maltreats Nigerians call for concern – Adeyanju to Tinubu, Akapbio
Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has raised serious concerns over the alleged maltreatment of Nigerians in Benin Republic, describing the reports as “gory and despicable.” He appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio to urgently intervene and protect Nigerian citizens from further abuse. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, Adeyanju alleged that Nigerians […]
Akpabio returns to Nigeria, dispels Health rumours
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has returned to Nigeria after a short trip to London, putting an end to rumors about his health. He arrived at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 4 a.m. on Monday, August 18, and was warmly welcomed by fellow senators, aides, and supporters. Akpabio had been away to attend the […]
Release the sexu@l h@rassment evidence against Akpabio. what is she still waiting for?- Deji Adeyanju tells Senator Natasha
Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju, has called on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to release the evidence of sexual harassment she said she has against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Senator Natasha had earlier claimed in an interview on Arise TV that Akpabio made inappropriate advances toward her, which she said interfered with her ability […]
Natasha remains suspended – Nigerian Senate
The Nigerian Senate has made it clear that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from Kogi Central is still suspended and will not return to the National Assembly until after their current break ends in two months. This update was given by Yemi Adaramodu, who speaks for the Senate. He shared this information during an interview on Channels […]
Akpabio worst Senate President Nigeria ever had – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has strongly criticized Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, calling him the worst person to ever hold the position. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, she accused Akpabio of acting like he’s still a governor and turning the Senate into a personal office, just like he ran Akwa Ibom State during his time […]
‘You can’t resume yet’ – Nigerian Senate tells Natasha
The Nigerian Senate has told Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan not to return to the Senate for now. She represents Kogi Central but was suspended earlier this year. The Senate said she’s still under suspension and can’t join their meetings yet. Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu gave this warning in a statement released on Sunday. He explained that […]