2027 Elections: Senate Sets Up Committee on Electoral Act Amendment
The Senate has set up a seven-man ad hoc committee to consolidate and refine senators’ contributions to the proposed amendment of Nigeria’s Electoral Act, as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached after lawmakers held a closed-door executive session lasting over three hours on Thursday, where the Electoral Act (Repeal […]
Hunger Emergency: Akpabio Calls for Urgent Action on Rising Food Costs
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has sounded a strong warning over Nigeria’s worsening food situation, cautioning that rising prices and widespread hunger now pose a serious threat to national stability and citizens’ welfare. Speaking on Tuesday at the Senate’s first plenary session following the Christmas and New Year recess, Akpabio described the country’s food crisis as […]
Akpabio Takes Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Suspension Case to Supreme Court
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reportedly escalated the legal dispute surrounding the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to the Supreme Court. Akpabio’s decision follows his dissatisfaction with a recent ruling by the Court of Appeal, which struck out the Federal Government’s brief in the matter. The appellate court held that the filing was […]
Kidnapping Now Terrorism, Death Sentence Awaits Offenders – Akpabio Declares
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has openly endorsed the death penalty as a necessary response to the growing menace of kidnapping in Nigeria, arguing that only the toughest punishment can effectively deter violent criminals. Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday while addressing delegates at the 14th National Caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held […]
Nigerian Senate Confirms 67 Ambassadors, Assures Zamfara of Inclusion
The Nigerian Senate has given its approval to the appointment of 67 ambassadorial nominees, made up of 34 career diplomats and 30 non-career ambassadors, following deliberations at plenary on Thursday. The confirmation followed the presentation of a report by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, chaired by Senator Sani Bello. After reviewing the committee’s findings, […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio Denies Collapsing, Labels Reports as Fake News
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has dismissed online claims suggesting he collapsed and was rushed abroad for emergency medical care. Reacting to the reports on Monday, Kenny Okolugbo, a Consultant on Communications and Strategy to the Senate President, categorically denied the story, describing it as false. When contacted by Daily Post regarding the claims, Okolugbo […]