Nasarawa has lost a rare gem’ – Gov. Sule mourns Senator Godiya Akwashiki
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has expressed deep sadness over the death of former Senator Godiya Akwashiki, describing him as a rare gem whose contributions to the state and Nigeria will not be forgotten. The governor said the late lawmaker served with dedication, humility, and a strong sense of responsibility to the people. Governor Sule […]
Ambassadorial screening: No committee has finality to confirm anyone – Okereke
Former lawmaker and public affairs analyst, Okereke, has explained that no screening committee in the National Assembly has the final power to confirm ambassadorial nominees. He stated that while committees play an important role in reviewing candidates, the full Senate is the only body constitutionally empowered to approve or reject any nominee. According to him, […]
Ambassadorial screening: ‘Take a bow, go’ – Senate tells Fani-Kayode, Dambazau
The Nigerian Senate has instructed former Minister Femi Fani-Kayode and retired General Tukur Dambazau to exit the ambassadorial screening process, saying “take a bow, go.” The lawmakers made the remark during the plenary session, signaling their disapproval of the proceedings. The directive came amid intense questioning and evaluation of the nominees’ credentials and past public […]
Senate approves troops deployment to Benin Republic
The Nigerian Senate has approved the deployment of troops to the Benin Republic following a request from President Bola Tinubu. The decision is part of regional efforts to maintain peace and stop threats to democracy and security in West Africa. Lawmakers said the move aligns with Nigeria’s role under the ECOWAS security framework, which allows […]
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 […]
Court Dismisses Suit Against Akpabio, Over Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed against Senate President Godswill Akpabio concerning the alleged suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the National Assembly. The court ruled that the matter lacked merit and that the claims brought before it did not establish any constitutional violation by the Senate leadership. Justice […]
‘I hope social media won’t destroy Africa’ – Akpabio on story of Senate’s creation of 12 new states
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied the rumour that the Nigerian Senate has approved the creation of 12 new states. He also warned that Africans could harm themselves with how they use social media to spread false information. Recently, stories appeared online claiming that the Senate had approved 12 new states in Nigeria. These reports […]
Defections increases APC members to 68 in Senate and 207 in House of Reps
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party, is getting stronger in the National Assembly. Many politicians from other parties are joining APC, which is changing the number of members in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. This is happening less than two years after the current Assembly started. Right now, APC has […]