A political disagreement has emerged over the handling of the recent abduction and rescue of school pupils and teachers in Oyo State, with Senator Adams Oshiomhole strongly opposing Governor Seyi Makinde’s appeal for an international investigation into the incident. The exchange comes only days after security agencies successfully secured the release of the victims who […]
The Nigerian Senate has criticized Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his request for an international investigation into the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the appeal as unnecessary and capable of diminishing the efforts of Nigerian security agencies. The development comes shortly after the successful rescue of the victims […]
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A fresh controversy over Nigeria’s 2026 federal budget has intensified after the Senate declined to immediately investigate how more than ₦1.3 billion was allocated to the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC)—an entity reportedly disowned by the Presidency. The decision has fueled debate over transparency in Nigeria’s appropriation process, with lawmakers divided over whether […]
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Growing concerns over the safety of Nigerians living in South Africa have resurfaced at the Nigerian Senate, with lawmakers calling for stronger measures in response to repeated xenophobic violence. During Tuesday’s plenary session, Bauchi Central Senator Abdul Ningi urged the Federal Government to take what he described as a decisive step by suspending diplomatic relations […]
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President Bola Tinubu has nominated Professor Abayomi Sunday-Fashina for appointment as a non-career ambassador/high commissioner-designate, officially forwarding his name to the Nigerian Senate for confirmation. The nomination was communicated to lawmakers during Wednesday’s plenary session by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who read the president’s letter requesting legislative approval for the appointment. According to the letter, […]
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A fresh controversy has emerged within Nigeria’s Senate after Federal Capital Territory lawmaker, Ireti Kingibe, revealed that she had not seen the report reportedly used as the basis for the suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central. Kingibe made the revelation during an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time programme, where she explained […]
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A fresh controversy surrounding the suspension of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has taken another turn after former Edo State Governor and Edo North Senator Adams Oshiomhole clarified remarks he made about the Senate committee report linked to the disciplinary action. Oshiomhole stated that reports suggesting he accused lawmakers of forging signatures in the document […]
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Nigeria’s Legislature Under Legal Pressure as Courts See Surge in Political Disputes In 2026, Nigeria’s political landscape is witnessing a noticeable rise in court cases involving sitting and former senators, reflecting deeper tensions between governance, accountability, and political competition. What was once occasional legal friction between politicians and anti-corruption agencies is now becoming a recurring […]
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Senator Ali Ndume, who represents the Borno South Senatorial District, has raised a serious concern about the deteriorating security situation in Borno State, Nigeria. Speaking during a recent appearance on Politics Today, a live political program aired by Channels Television, Ndume revealed that Boko Haram insurgents have taken control of three communities in the region. […]
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NFSS Bill Will Bolster Tinubu’s Security Reforms – Osatimehin The Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) has emphasized that the approval of the Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) Bill will significantly contribute to President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to enhancing national security. Commander General of NFSS, Wole Joshua Osatimehin, expressed appreciation to the Senate President, […]
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended representative of Kogi Central, has taken her case to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Meeting at the United Nations (UN) in New York, seeking global intervention over what she describes as political oppression and gender-based discrimination in Nigeria. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Appeal at the UN During the Women in Parliament Session at […]
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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to immediately lift the unlawful suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. According to SERAP, the suspension violates her fundamental right to freedom of expression, which is protected under both Nigerian law and international human rights standards. SERAP Condemns the Suspension as Unjust […]
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…Petition Declared Invalid as Senator Fails to Appear Before Ethics Committee Abuja – The Nigerian Senate has ruled against a petition filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, dismissing the allegations of sexual harassment due to procedural flaws. During a Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public […]
