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Senate Removes Natasha As Diaspora Committee Chair
The Senate on Thursday removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from her current Committee on Diaspora and replaced her with Senator Aniekan Bassey, who represents Akwa Ibom North-East Senatorial District. The decision was announced during plenary with no official reason given for the change. Senator Bassey is expected to assume duties immediately. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi…
Senate Launches Investigation Into Ponzi Schemes
The Senate has mandated a joint committee to investigate the alarming rise of Ponzi schemes across the country, following the collapse of the Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX), which has reportedly defrauded investors of over ₦1.3 trillion. The decision followed a motion sponsored by Senator Adetokunbo Abiru (Lagos East). In a motion, the lawmaker expressed deep…
Senate Passes Electricity Act Amendment Bill To Tackle Sector Collapse
The Senate has approved the electricity Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 through second reading in a move to rescue the country’s ailing power sector from looming collapse. Sponsored by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South), the amendment seeks to overhaul the 2023 Electricity Act by addressing regulatory gaps as some lawmakers propose capital punishment for vandals. Leading…
Why I Postponed My Resumption- Senator Natasha
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has explained her decision to shelve her planned resumption to the Senate for legislative duties. According to her, she did so based on legal advice and respect for procedures following a court ruling nullifying her suspension. She also announced her intention to await the Certified True Copy (CTC)…
Constitutional Review Will Guarantee A Just Federation, Says Akpabio
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has said that the review of the 1999 Constitution being embarked upon by the National Assembly will guarantee the evolution of a more just, united, and forward-looking federation. Akpabio made the remarks while declaring open the South-South Zonal Public Hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution in…
Senator Withdraws From Legislative Duties Over Health Challenge
The lawmaker representing the Cross River North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Agom Jarigbe, has announced a temporary withdrawal from legislative and constituency engagements due to pressing health concerns. In a statement issued on Monday, the senator disclosed that he is currently receiving medical care and, on the advice of doctors, will be away…
Senate To Institutionalise June 12 Presidential Address
The Senate says it is considering a legislative move to institutionalise a presidential address every June 12, in recognition of the day’s historical significance. The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Tuesday, stating that the Senate is hoping to prepare a bill to formalise the President’s speech…
Bill To Remove Immunity Enjoyed By VP, Govs Scales Second Reading
Forty-two constitutional amendment bills on Wednesday scaled second reading in the House of Representatives. Among the bills was the one to remove the immunity conferred on the vice president, governors, and their deputies to curb corruption, eradicate impunity, and enhance accountability in public office. This followed 39 constitutional amendment bills that scaled second reading in…
Natasha Denies Apology Report, Insists On Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio
Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted on sexual harassment allegation against Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio. She said pressure is being mounted on her from various quarters to tender an apology but said she will never succumb as she looks forward to expose and prove her claims. In a statement she…
BREAKING: Senate Snubs Opposition Leaders, Approves Rivers Emergency Rule
The Senate has approved the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu in Rivers State. Tinubu made the proclamation over the protracted crisis in the oil-rich state. READ ALSO: PDP Governor Declares Support For Peter Obi Ahead 2027 Polls He had suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the Rivers House of Assembly. Details…
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