In a recent appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, made a controversial statement regarding corruption in Nigerian […]
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Senate Approves Death Penalty for Drug Trafficking
The Nigerian Senate has approved the death penalty for individuals convicted of drug trafficking in the country. This decision amends the extant NDLEA Act, which […]
Senate Sets Up Committee to Investigate Delay in Abuja Centenary Economic City Project
The Senate has established a seven-member ad-hoc committee to probe the factors hindering the completion of the $18.5 billion Abuja Centenary Economic City project, a […]
Senators Clash Over Seating Arrangements in Newly Renovated Chamber
The resumption of the Senate from its Easter and Sallah break on Tuesday, April 30, was nearly marred by a rowdy session as senators engaged […]
Senate Investigates Electricity Tariff Hike, Vows to Punish Culprits
The Senate has launched an investigative hearing into the recent increase in electricity tariffs in 11 states across Nigeria. The Red Chamber, meeting at the […]
Senate Panel Probing N30tn Ways and Means Loans Seeks Extension of Probe Deadline
The Senate panel investigating the N30tn Ways and Means loans secured from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) by the Federal Government has announced its […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio Advocates for Parliamentary Collaboration with Serbia
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has advocated for increased parliamentary collaboration between Nigeria and the Republic of Serbia. The call was made during a meeting with […]
Senate President Pledges National Assembly’s Support for Enhanced Policing in Nigeria
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pledged the full cooperation and support of the National Assembly for improved policing in Nigeria. Akpabio made this commitment at […]
Senate Postpones Resumption Till April 23, Citing Easter and Sallah Break
The Senate has announced the postponement of its resumption, originally slated for Tuesday, April 16, 2024, to Tuesday, April 23. The Clerk to the Senate, […]
Senator Ningi Demands Reinstatement: Threatens Legal Actions Against Senate Suspension
Senator Ahmed Ningi representing Bauchi Central has formally requested the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to lift his suspension. Ningi, through his lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), […]