Category: Governance
‘It is Illegal’ – Lawyers Condemn Senate’s Suspension of Akpoti-Uduaghan
Legal experts have strongly criticized the Nigerian Senate’s decision to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) for six months, describing the action as illegal, unconstitutional, and a violation of her fundamental rights. The suspension, announced on Thursday, has sparked widespread condemnation, with lawyers arguing that it disregards a valid court order and sets a…
Shehu Sani Recalls Near-Suspension for Revealing Senators’ Allowances in 2018
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has revealed that he narrowly avoided a six-month suspension from the Senate in 2018 after disclosing the salaries and allowances of federal lawmakers. Sani made the disclosure in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, reflecting on the backlash he faced for his revelations and drawing parallels to…
Senate Suspends Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) for six months over allegations of misconduct during a protest against the reassignment of her seat by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The suspension, which took effect immediately, bars Akpoti-Uduaghan from participating in all legislative activities and requires her to vacate her office and hand…
National Theater Transformation to Unlock $25 Billion Creative Sector Potential, Says CBN Governor Cardoso
Lagos, Nigeria – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has declared that the transformation of the National Theater in Lagos will serve as a catalyst for unlocking the $25 billion income potential of Nigeria’s creative sector. Cardoso made the statement during a press briefing following a tour of the upgraded National Theater,…
Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations as Senator Natasha Submits Fresh Petition
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has vehemently denied allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing the claims as baseless and unfounded. The denial came on Wednesday during the resumption of plenary in the Senate, following a week-long recess, as the legislative body grappled with the escalating controversy. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan had initially…
Lagos Schools Ban Flogging, Adopt Counselling for Discipline, Says Commissioner
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its ban on corporal punishment in public schools, advocating for counselling as a more effective and non-violent approach to discipline. The state’s Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Alli-Balogun, reiterated this stance during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, emphasizing that flogging students…
IPoB Denies Allegations of Attacking Truck Drivers, Accuses Northern Protesters of Sponsored Blackmail
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPoB) has vehemently denied allegations that its members attacked Northern truck drivers transporting goods to the South East, describing the claims as a sponsored attempt to blackmail the group. The denial comes in response to a protest staged by truck drivers in Jos, Plateau State, who accused IPoB of targeting…
President Tinubu Appoints Kunle Nafiu as New NYSC Director-General
In a move aimed at revitalizing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and enhancing its contribution to national development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of Kunle Nafiu as the new Director-General of the NYSC. The decision takes immediate effect, signaling the administration’s commitment to repositioning the scheme to better serve Nigerian youths….
Rivers Assembly Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Governor Fubara to Present 2025 Budget
The Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Siminalayi Fubara a 48-hour ultimatum to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill for consideration. The directive was issued during a plenary session held in Port Harcourt on Monday, following a motion moved by the Deputy Speaker, Dumle Maol. The resolution, signed by the Speaker of the House,…
President Tinubu Approves Licenses for 11 New Private Universities in Nigeria
In a significant move to expand educational opportunities and infrastructure across the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of 11 new private universities in Nigeria. The announcement was made during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House in Abuja. The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Sunday…