The Senate has urged Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited to prudently allocate the $43 million from the $4.3 billion Train-7 project for human capital […]
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Senate Urges Comprehensive Review of Security Strategies Amid Escalating Insecurity in Northwest Nigeria
The Senate has raised alarms over the persistent insecurity plaguing parts of Nigeria, particularly in the Northwest and Northcentral regions. Urging immediate action, the Senate […]
Senate Passes National Anthem Bill 2024 to Reintroduce “Nigeria, We Hail Thee”
The Nigerian Senate has passed the National Anthem Bill 2024, which seeks to reintroduce the old national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” This decision followed […]
President Tinubu to Address Historic Joint Sitting of Senate and House of Representatives
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to attend a joint sitting of the Senate and House of Representatives in Abuja to mark 25 years of […]
Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume Argues for Distinct Treatment of Politicians’ Corruption
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 […]
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 […]