Tag: Senate
Meranda Has Resigned as Speaker – Obasa Claims
Embattled former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has claimed that his successor, Mojisola Meranda, has resigned from her position. Obasa made the assertion during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television on Thursday evening, insisting that he remains the legitimate Speaker of the House despite his removal by colleagues…
Obasa Storms Lagos Assembly Complex with Armed Police, Sparks Chaos
The Lagos State House of Assembly was thrown into chaos on Thursday as ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa stormed the complex in an attempt to resume duty, accompanied by heavily armed police officers and civil defence personnel. The dramatic development has escalated the ongoing leadership crisis in the Assembly, leaving lawmakers and staff in disarray. Obasa,…
Shaibu Weighs In on Natasha-Akpabio Seat Dispute, Says It’s ‘Not a Gender Issue’
Former Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has weighed in on the ongoing seat arrangement dispute between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, stating that the issue should not be reduced to a gender matter. Shaibu, a former federal lawmaker, emphasized that seats and offices in the National Assembly are privileges that require…
Reps Advocate for Tax Exemption for Persons with Disabilities, Call for Full Implementation of Disability Rights Act
The House of Representatives Committee on Disability Matters has called for tax exemptions for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and urged for the full implementation of the Disability Rights Act across Nigeria. Chairman of the committee, Bashiru Dawodu (APC, Lagos), made the appeal during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by Persons with Disability…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Sues Senate President Akpabio for ₦100 Billion Over Alleged Defamation
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, seeking ₦100 billion in damages for alleged defamation. The suit, filed at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court on Tuesday, also names Akpabio’s senior legislative aide, Mfon Patrick, as a co-defendant. The legal action stems from a Facebook post published by Patrick…
House Committee on Navy to Investigate Detention of Seaman Abbas Haruna
The House of Representatives Committee on Navy has announced plans to investigate the unlawful detention of Seaman Abbas Haruna, who has been held for nearly six years without trial. The committee has vowed to hold accountable those involved in his prolonged detention, which reportedly occurred under the directive of Brigadier General MS Adamu. Seaman Abbas…
Senate Calls Urgent Session to Review President Tinubu’s Supplementary Budget Proposal
The Nigerian Senate has announced an urgent session scheduled for tomorrow to review President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s supplementary budget proposal for the 2024 fiscal year. This special session will address critical budgetary matters, including a formal proposal for acquiring a new presidential aircraft, anticipated to be presented within a Supplementary Appropriation Bill. Members of Congress,…
24 Senators in 10th National Assembly Yet to Introduce Any Bills in One Year
Abuja, Nigeria — June 10, 2024 — As the 10th National Assembly approaches its one-year anniversary since inauguration, it has been revealed that 24 out of the 109 senators have not introduced any bills during this period. The Senate, inaugurated on June 13, 2023, has seen the remaining 85 senators sponsor at least one bill…
BREAKING: Senate Passes National Anthem Bill 2024
In a significant legislative development, the Senate has passed the National Anthem Bill 2024, which will see Nigeria revert to its former national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” This follows the bill’s approval by both chambers of the legislature last week, marking a crucial step in its journey towards becoming law. The bill, which has…
Nigerian Senate President Raises Concerns Over Increase in Jailbreaks
During a session at the Nigerian Senate on Tuesday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted a concerning trend following the renaming of the Nigerian Prison Service to the Nigerian Correctional Service. According to Akpabio, there has been a notable increase in the number of jailbreaks across the country since the name change. Akpabio’s remarks came during…