Electoral amendment: Mahdi Shehu presents varied reasons senate’s reversed decision is deceptive
Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu has criticized the Senate’s recent decision to reverse its earlier position on aspects of the proposed electoral amendment. According to him, the move appears misleading and raises concerns about transparency in the legislative process. Shehu explained that the sudden change in direction has created confusion among Nigerians who are closely […]
Electoral Act: Senate deserves commendation — Sen Nwaebonyi
Senator Nwaebonyi has praised the Nigerian Senate for its work on matters relating to the Electoral Act. According to him, the upper legislative chamber deserves recognition for its efforts to improve the country’s electoral framework and strengthen democratic processes. The lawmaker noted that the Senate has shown commitment in reviewing and making necessary adjustments to […]
Electoral Act Amendment firmly anchored on Supreme Court judgment – Jimoh Ibrahim
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has said that the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act is firmly rooted in existing judgments of the Supreme Court. According to him, the changes being considered by lawmakers are not arbitrary but are guided by legal interpretations already established by the nation’s highest court. The senator explained that the Supreme Court […]
Emergency Session: Abaribe makes U-turn on motion for individual vote by Senators
During an emergency plenary session of the Senate, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe made a sudden U-turn on his earlier motion calling for senators to vote individually on a contentious issue. The development drew attention within the chamber as lawmakers debated procedural matters linked to ongoing legislative reforms. Abaribe had initially pushed for a voting process that […]
Ignore noisy election losers – Ayekooto urges Senate ahead of emergency sitting
Ahead of Tuesday’s emergency plenary in the Senate, APC chieftain and internet personality, Ayekooto Akindele, has called on lawmakers to remain firm while considering amendments to the controversial sections of the Electoral Act. He stressed that the upper legislative chamber should focus on national interest rather than public pressure from critics. Ayekooto specifically urged senators […]
Electoral Act: Senate’s decision sparks outrage, as experts compare action to major national disaster
The Senate’s passage of the amended Electoral Act, which removed mandatory real-time transmission of election results, has triggered strong reactions from political analysts and opposition figures. Critics argue that the decision could weaken transparency and reduce public trust in Nigeria’s electoral process, especially ahead of the 2027 general elections. Public affairs analyst Mahdi Shehu described […]
Senator Abaribe, Others, Counter Akpabio On Results Transmission
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe and several other lawmakers have moved to clarify reports that the Senate rejected electronic transmission of election results. Speaking at a press conference, the senators said recent public statements on the issue did not fully reflect what was agreed inside the Senate chambers. Abaribe explained that the Senate did not approve “transfer […]
2027: Public apathy will worsen if electoral transparency is not guaranteed – CITAD
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has warned that Nigerians may lose more interest in voting if transparency is not guaranteed ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group raised concerns after the Senate rejected a proposal that would make real-time electronic transmission of election results compulsory in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill […]
Doctrine of Necessity originated from Senate, not NGF — David Mark
Former Senate President, David Mark, has rejected claims that the Doctrine of Necessity was initiated by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). He insisted that the historic decision was taken solely by the Senate and not influenced by any governor or political group. Mark made this clarification while reacting to comments by former Minister of Youth […]
Rivers: Parliament can turn man to woman – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that parliament has the power to change many things through law, including issues that people once thought could never be altered. He made the comment while speaking on the role of the legislature in shaping society and governance in Rivers State. Akpabio explained that lawmakers have wide authority to […]