Abuja – The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Yemi Adaramodu (APC, Ekiti South), has stated that there is currently no formal petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio concerning allegations of sexual harassment made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Speaking on Arise TV’s Morning Show, monitored in Abuja, Adaramodu dismissed the accusations as baseless, emphasizing that all senators, including Akpoti-Uduaghan, must adhere to the rules governing Senate proceedings. Senate Affairs Are Not Governed by Media Trends Adaramodu clarified that the Senate, as an institution, does not react to media speculations or issues raised on television programs and social media platforms. He reiterated that legislative matters are conducted strictly within the Senate or the House of Representatives, and any serious allegation must be submitted as a formal petition before it can be considered. “The Senate does not operate based on trending topics on social media. For an issue to be investigated, there must be a formal complaint or petition brought before the Senate,” Adaramodu explained. “As of now, there is no formal case against the Senate President. The only issue at hand pertains to Senator Natasha’s non-compliance with the Senate’s standing orders.” Senate Rules Must Be Followed Addressing the controversy surrounding seating arrangements, which triggered the dispute, Adaramodu stated that Akpoti-Uduaghan must abide by Senate rules. He cited Order 6 of the Senate’s standing orders, which grants the Senate President the authority to allocate seats to lawmakers. According to him, all senators are expected to speak from their designated seats, and any violation of this rule disrupts order in the chamber. He further argued that if a senator follows due process in raising a point of order, no Senate President would deny them the right to speak. He dismissed claims that the Senate President could intimidate his colleagues by denying them recognition, emphasizing that the Senate President remains one among equals. Senate Rejects Calls for External Investigation The Senate also rejected the call made by former Senate President Bukola Saraki, urging Akpabio to submit himself for an independent investigation. Lawmakers aligned with Akpabio dismissed the request, asserting that the issue does not warrant an external probe. Meanwhile, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been summoned to appear before the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions to address concerns regarding her conduct during plenary last week. Nigeria’s National Assembly Website READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed media speculation suggesting that billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk holds significant influence over the White House. Trump asserted that repeated attempts by the press to create division between him and the Tesla CEO have been unsuccessful. During a Fox News interview set to air on Tuesday, Trump ridiculed the media’s portrayal of Musk as the actual decision-maker. Mimicking a news anchor’s tone, he sarcastically announced, “Breaking news: Donald Trump has handed over the presidency to Elon Musk. President Musk will attend a cabinet meeting tonight…” Trump, known for his reluctance to share the spotlight, has faced growing speculation regarding Musk’s influence. The SpaceX founder currently leads the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), tasked with identifying wasteful expenditures and implementing rapid cost-cutting measures. These sweeping reforms have earned Musk both praise and criticism. Prominent media outlets, including Time and The New Yorker, have fueled the narrative by depicting Musk in a presidential role, with one cover showing him seated at the Resolute Desk and another illustrating him and Trump taking the presidential oath together. Despite such portrayals, Trump has remained vocal in his support for Musk’s initiatives, emphasizing the importance of fiscal responsibility amid escalating budget deficits. In the interview, Trump revealed that Musk personally reached out to discuss the media’s portrayal of their relationship. “Elon called me and said, ‘They’re trying to divide us,’” Trump recalled. “I told him, ‘Absolutely.’” The former president further accused the media of attempting to manipulate public perception but expressed confidence that Americans saw through these tactics. Musk continues to attract widespread media attention, particularly after a high-profile Oval Office appearance where he brought his young son and spoke at length. The event intensified scrutiny, with some critics questioning the billionaire’s increasing visibility in political affairs. Meanwhile, Democratic opponents have capitalized on the situation, using the evolving dynamic between Musk and Trump as a political talking point. Recent opinion polls indicate that public sentiment toward Musk is increasingly negative. However, Trump remains unaffected by the controversy, currently experiencing some of his highest approval ratings. Reuters or BBC News that discusses Musk’s role in politics or Trump’s latest approval ratings. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
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ABUJA – Chief Edozie Njoku, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has been named the new National Chairman of the National Rescue Movement (NRM). Njoku assumed the leadership role at an emergency national convention held in Abuja on Friday. The convention was overseen by officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). His appointment follows the decision of the former National Chairman of NRM, Hon. (Ambassador) Isaac Udeh, to step down. Udeh’s resignation was driven by the need to reposition the party and ensure its national spread and inclusivity within the executive committee. Udeh acknowledged Njoku’s experience and vision as the key factors in his decision. In his resignation, Udeh emphasized the need to revitalize the NRM, and he will now serve as the party’s National Organizing Secretary. During the same convention, A. D. Musa was appointed as Deputy National Chairman (North), while Hon. Freedom Okwuchukwu was named Deputy National Chairman (South). Upon his appointment, Njoku expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Udeh for his dedication and sacrifice. He assured party members of his commitment to revitalize the NRM and prepare it for upcoming elections, starting with the Anambra State governorship election. Njoku confidently stated that the NRM would emerge victorious in the Anambra election. Stay tuned for further updates. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
