BREAKING: Alleged USAID funding of terrorism: Senate summons Intelligence Chiefs for investigation
The Nigerian Senate has called for an investigation into allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded terrorism in Nigeria. The Senate summoned key intelligence officials to look into the claim made by Perry Scott from the U.S. Parliament. Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South, made the call for the […]
Senate urges FG to include North-East in N4.2trn super highway projects
The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to include the North-East region in its N4.2 trillion super highway project. This call came after Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje, representing Gombe Central, raised concerns about the lack of road projects in the region during a Senate session. Goje pointed out that while other parts of the […]
On his own, El-Rufai might not even secure a Senate seat – Presidency reacts to alleged plans to unseat Tinubu
The presidency has dismissed claims that former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has plans to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, made this known during an interview with TVC News. He stated that El-Rufai does not have enough political influence to create problems for President […]
President Tinubu Signs North-Central Development Commission Bill Into Law
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) Bill into law. This move is expected to boost development in North-Central Nigeria, especially at the grassroots level. The NCDC is a new government agency created to support development in North-Central Nigeria. Its main goals include: The signing of the bill was […]
Senate Enters Closed-Door Session to Discuss Removal of CCT Chairman, Danladi Umar
The Nigerian Senate recently moved into a closed-door session to discuss the possible removal of Justice Danladi Umar, the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT). Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio, presided over the session, which was prompted by a motion from Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele. In his motion, Bamidele referred to Section […]
Ndume Calls for Support to Let Ifeanyi Ubah’s Widow Take His Senate Seat
Senator Ali Ndume from Borno South has made an appeal to the Nigerian Senate, urging his colleagues to allow Ifeanyi Ubah’s widow to replace him as the senator for Anambra South. The appeal was made during a special session on November 19, held to honor the late Senator Ubah, who passed away in July at […]
Senate Reacts to Auditor-General’s Report on N105.6b Misappropriation by MDAs
The Nigerian Senate has responded strongly after the Auditor-General’s recent report revealed a shocking N105.6 billion misappropriated by various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the government. The Senate has made it clear that it will impose sanctions on any agency found guilty of such financial misconduct. Senator Garba Maidoki, Chairman of the Senate Committee […]
Trump Secures Victory in Georgia, Another Key State in 2024 US Election
In a major development in the 2024 US presidential election, former President Donald Trump has won the state of Georgia and its 16 electoral votes. This victory adds to Trump’s growing momentum after securing another important battleground state—North Carolina—earlier in the race. Georgia’s significance in recent presidential elections cannot be overstated. In the 2020 election, […]
There Is a Plan to Oust Akpabio as Senate President, Says Primate Ayodele
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a warning about a possible gang up aimed at removing Godswill Akpabio from his position as Senate President. He expressed concern over Akpabio’s alleged incompetence and poor management of his public statements. In a video posted on social media, Ayodele stated that Akpabio’s […]
Senate Disapproves Legislation to Regulate Private Investigators
On Wednesday, the Senate took a significant step back from regulating the private investigation industry in Nigeria by rejecting a bill that aimed to establish licensing standards and ethical guidelines for private investigators. The bill, introduced by Senator Osita Ngwu from Enugu West, was met with mixed reactions during its debate on the floor of […]