Akpabio Mourns Uduaghan, Says Nigeria Has Lost a Statesman
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has described the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, as a great loss to Nigeria and the Niger Delta region.President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has described the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, as a great loss […]
Senate Backs Akpabio’s Re-Election as President
By Anayo Akwitti Senators have declared that there is no vacancy in the office of the Senate President ahead of the inauguration of the 11th National Assembly, expressing support for the re-election of the incumbent, Godswill Akpabio. The declaration followed a motion moved by Senator Monguno and supported by Senator Cyril Fasuyi, who represents Ekiti […]
Akpabio Calls for Inclusion, Trust to Strengthen Democracy
By Anayo Akwitti Senate President Godswill Akpabio has stressed the need for inclusion, trust and equal opportunity as foundations for a stronger democracy. Akpabio made the call on Tuesday while addressing the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania. The Senate President, who also chairs Nigeria’s National Assembly, said inclusion, trust and […]
Akpabio Pays Tribute to Late Former Governor Bamanga Tukur
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has described the late former Gongola State governor and former PDP National Chairman, Bamanga Tukur, as a “detribalised Nigerian” and patriot whose contributions transcended ethnic and political boundaries. Akpabio spoke on Tuesday during a condolence visit to Tukur’s family. The elder statesman died at the age […]
Senate pushes bill to tighten controls on foreign aid
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate on Wednesday passed for second reading a bill seeking to establish a legal framework for the transparent management, accountability and disclosure of foreign assistance, humanitarian support, grants and concessional financing received by Nigeria. The proposed legislation is aimed at strengthening oversight of donor-funded projects, integrating foreign aid into the national […]
Tinubu, Wike Defend Infrastructure Drive Amid Criticism
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have defended the Federal Government’s infrastructure-led development agenda, insisting that investments in roads, bridges and public utilities are key to unlocking economic growth and improving citizens’ lives. Speaking through Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the commissioning of the […]
Senate Ends Recess for Emergency Security Session
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate has cut short its ongoing legislative recess and summoned senators for an emergency plenary session to deliberate on pressing national issues, with worsening insecurity expected to dominate discussions. In a notice dated June 15, 2026, and signed by the Clerk of the Senate, Emmanuel Odo, lawmakers were directed to reconvene […]
Senate Raises Alarm Over Kwara North Killings, Kidnappings
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating security situation in Kwara North Senatorial District, warning that persistent attacks by armed criminals and the prolonged captivity of abducted victims continue to threaten lives, livelihoods, and community stability in the region. The upper legislative chamber made its position known during plenary on […]
Insecurity Casts Shadow Over Senate Resumption — Akpabio
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has lamented the worsening security situation in the country, saying lawmakers resumed legislative duties under the shadow of national tragedy following the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. Speaking during plenary on Tuesday after the Sallah recess, Akpabio said the excitement that should […]
Oshiomhole Defies Akapbio Over Controversial Rule Change.
By Anayo Akwitti Nigeria’s Senate descended into a rowdy session on Wednesday after Senator Adams Oshiomhole challenged the newly revised provisions in the chamber’s standing rules, defying a direct ruling by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The tension flared during plenary when Oshiomhole attempted to raise a point of order on the amended Orders 4 and […]