Akpabio Appeals to Igbo Youth to End Armed Agitation
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has pleaded with the people of the South East, to continue to maintain peace in the country and guide the youth appropriately to shun Armed struggle against the Nigerian government. Akpabio made the appeal at the funeral of the former Administrative Secretary of the defunct Oil […]
Akpabio Assures Nigerians of End to Insecurity
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed optimism that the wave of insecurity in Nigeria will soon come to an end. Akpabio gave the assurance in his Easter message delivered at the Field Major Convention of The Apostolic Church in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. He acknowledged the pain and loss […]
President Tinubu Signs Electoral Act 2026
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026 into law, following its passage by the National Assembly after months of deliberations. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday at the State House, with top government officials in attendance, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the […]
Akpabio Urges Muslims to Pray for Peace this Ramadan
By Anayo Akwitti As the holy fast of Ramadan begins, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has enjoined the Muslim faithful to use the period to pray for peace in the country and the world. He also advised them to use the exercise to practice compassion and engender understanding among people. Akpabio gave the […]
WPP Demands Swift Approval of Special Seats Bill
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Women Political Participation (WPP), a coalition of women’s groups, has urged the National Assembly of Nigeria to fast-track the passage of the Special Legislative Seats for Women constitutional amendment bill. The coalition made the call on Monday during a Special Seats Solidarity Rally held at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. […]
Senate President Akpabio Optimistic Insecurity Will End in New Year
By Anayo Akwitti The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to work towards a more peaceful and equitable country in 2026, declaring that banditry will be defeated in the new year and beyond. He also enjoined Nigerians to set aside their differences, embrace peace and foster unity among their families, States and […]
Senator Enang Appreciates Tinubu , Akpabio for Ambassadorial nomination
By Anayo Akwitti Senator Ita Enang on Monday appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his nomination as an ambassador. His name was one of the sixty five ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate for confirmation last week Thursday by the President. Ita Enang who represented Akwa – Ibom North East in the Senate during the 7th […]
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti Faces Senate Resistance Over Resumption Bid
By Aremu Toyeebaht Tensions have resurfaced between the Nigerian Senate and suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as the upper legislative chamber maintains that there is no legal basis compelling her early return to plenary. The Senate, in a statement released on Sunday, July 20, through its spokesperson Senator Yemi Adaramodu, affirmed that no valid […]
Akpabio Urges Public Awareness on House Rules
By Oluwakemi Kindness President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has called for enhanced public education on legislative procedures and urged lawmakers to deepen their understanding of chamber rules to prevent avoidable disruptions during plenary. Coming on the heels of what may not be unconnected with the senate rule book saga with suspended Senator Natasha Uduaghan, […]
Tax Reform Bills Will Boost Economy – Senator Lad
By: Anayo Akwitti The Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, CON, has assured Nigerians that the proposed tax reform Bills undergoing a public hearing at the National Assembly will drive economic growth and enhance the standard of living. Speaking during a courtesy visit by a delegation of professors, […]