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Sultan of Sokoto at 70: Akpabio Hails Islamic Leader’s Peacebuilding Legacy

Robert Imoh — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:50:10 +0000

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has extended birthday greetings to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, as the respected traditional and Islamic leader marks his 70th birthday. Akpabio conveyed his message through a statement issued in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh. The Senate President described the Sultan as […]

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Nigeria Senate Advances Bill to Regulate Foreign Aid, Grants and Donations

Robert Imoh — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:33:37 +0000

The Nigerian Senate has begun moves to introduce a comprehensive framework for regulating, coordinating and monitoring foreign aid, grants and donations received in the country. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gombe North, passed second reading during Wednesday’s plenary. The bill, titled the Foreign Aid, Grants and […]

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Senate Confirms Ex-FUOYE Vice-Chancellor Abayomi Fasina as Non-Career Ambassador

Robert Imoh — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:56:58 +0000

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the nomination of Prof. Abayomi Fasina, former Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, as a non-career ambassador. Fasina’s confirmation followed the presentation and adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs. The committee, chaired by Sen. Sani Bello, recommended his confirmation after conducting a screening exercise. Presenting […]

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Oriire Abduction: Senate Donates N50m to Families of Slain Teachers, Soldiers

Robert Imoh — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:08 +0000

The Nigerian Senate has approved a donation of N50 million to the families of five people who died during the abduction and rescue operation involving pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the donation during plenary on Wednesday in Abuja. Akpabio said the Senate would give […]

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Nigeria Senate Passes N404bn Police Trust Fund Budgets for 2025, 2026

Robert Imoh — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:27:27 +0000

The Nigerian Senate has approved the 2025 and 2026 budget proposals of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund, with both appropriations amounting to more than N404 billion. The approvals were given during plenary on Thursday in Abuja after the Senate considered the report of its Committee on Police Affairs. The 2025 budget was passed at N170.1 […]

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Court fixes July 20 for judgment in NDC challenge to Electoral Act 2026

Robert Imoh — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:03:54 +0000

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed July 20, 2026 for judgment in a suit filed by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) challenging key provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. The case, heard before Justice Mohammed Umar, questions the constitutionality of Sections 138 and 77(5) of the new electoral law. The court arrived at […]

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Akpabio Calls for Stronger Border Security Through Technology and Regional Cooperation

Robert Imoh — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:10:33 +0000

The President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, has advocated for enhanced use of modern technology and improved regional collaboration to strengthen Nigeria’s border security amid rising transnational threats. Akpabio made the call at the opening of the 15th National Security Seminar organised by the Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC) on Tuesday […]

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National Assembly Pledges Support for Tinubu on Security and Economic Reforms

Robert Imoh — Fri, 29 May 2026 13:17:14 +0000

The National Assembly has pledged to back President Bola Tinubu in enhancing national security and implementing key reforms to reposition Nigeria’s economy. The announcement was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio after leading principal officers of the Senate on a traditional Sallah homage to President Tinubu at his Lagos residence on Thursday. Akpabio stated that […]

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Akpabio and Oshiomhole Clash Over Senate Leadership Rules Amendment

Robert Imoh — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:50:29 +0000

A fresh disagreement erupted in the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC–Edo North) clashed over newly amended rules governing the election of the upper chamber’s presiding officers. On Tuesday, the Senate amended its standing rules, stipulating that only senators with at least two consecutive terms in office, […]

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Tinubu Departs Abuja for UK State Visit With First Lady as King Charles Awaits at Windsor Castle

Robert Imoh — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:36:25 +0000

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday morning left Nigeria for a two-day official state visit to the United Kingdom as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries. The President departed from the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at approximately 10 a.m., with First Lady Oluremi Tinubu accompanying him on […]

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Akpabio apologises to Natasha over uncomplimentary comment

Robert Imoh — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:50:26 +0000

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has apologised to his colleague, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP-Kogi), for an uncomplimentary comment directed at her. During the plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio noted that he would never deliberately denigrate a woman. The incident occurred last Thursday when Akpabio rebuffed Natasha while she attempted to speak without being invited during his […]

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Senate approves FG’s 2022-2024 external borrowing plan

Gbemi Banks — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 12:49:26 +0000

The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request on the 2022-2024 external borrowing rolling plan of 7.4 billion dollars and 100 million euros. This followed the adoption of report of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt at plenary. Presenting the report, Sen. Haruna Manu, the Vice Chairman of the Committee, said the committee […]

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Senate confirms 11 Supreme Court Justices

Gbemi Banks — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:46:22 +0000

The Senate has confirmed the appointment of 11 Supreme Court Justices nominated by President Bola Tinubu to fill the vacancies on the apex court bench. This followed the adoption of the report of Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and legal Matters at the Committee of the Whole on Thursday. Presenting the report, Sen. Mohammed […]

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Akpabio declares Umahi, Giadam’s seats vacant

Gbemi Banks — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:49:50 +0000

President of Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has declared as the seats of two senators: David Umahi (Ebonyi-South) and Ibrahim Giadam (Yobe-East) vacant, following their appointments as ministers. Akpabio made the declaration at plenary on Wednesday in Abuja. Akpabio said that the declaration of vacancies in their seats was in accordance with section 68, sub-section (1)(d) of […]

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Senate leader, Bamidele, felicitates Akpabio at 61

Gbemi Banks — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 22:20:45 +0000

The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, has felicitated President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, as he marks his 61st birthday. In a statement by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs on Friday, Bamidele wished the senate president more fruitful, prosperous and rewarding years. Specifically, the senate leader commended Akpabio’s commitment to promoting the […]

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