For ourselves, our families and constituents, we join several well meaning Nigerians to felicitate with Christian faithfuls across the globe, particularly those in Nigeria, on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebrations. As a caucus, we most heartily rejoice with our Christian brethren on this auspicious occasion of Easter which is celebrated globally in Christendom…
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has reiterated the commitment of the National Assembly under his leadership, to continue to partner with the President Bola Tinubu-led administration in the provision of infrastructure for the people and the improvement of the economy. Akpabio stated this while commissioning some urban and farm roads in Ikot Ekpene and…
As a frontline aspirant for the 2027 House of Representatives election and a democratic icon, I found the recent appeal by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen for “continuity” and the implicit push for automatic party tickets for legislators at the just concluded national convention of our party , All Progressives Congress deeply troubling with shockwave,. This is…
In the wake of escalating tensions surrounding allegations of budget padding within the National Assembly, the Save Nigeria Forum (SNF), a prominent Civil Society Organization (CSO) dedicated to promoting good governance and accountability, has issued a stern rebuke against what it perceives as attempts by certain opposition groups to undermine the critical oversight role of…
A former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. John Agoda, has dismissed Senator Ovie Omo-Agege’s reported ambition to contest the 2027 governorship election in Delta State, insisting that “Delta APC has moved on with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as leader and sole candidate.” In an interview with The Nation, Agoda declared: “Omo-Agege should have the…
The House of Representatives has ordered the CBN to promptly suspend the enforcement of the cybercrime levy launched by the apex bank, in accordance with the stipulations of the cybercrime Act. The House expressed concern that the circular issued by the central bank could be misunderstood by Nigerians, as it does not align with the…
By Anderson Osiebe. Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has defended his decision to withdraw a call for division during Tuesday’s emergency plenary session convened by the Senate to address the controversial Clause 60 of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill — the clause dealing with Electronic Transmission of Election Results. The emergency session was called amid heightened public…
An Unbiased Democratic Advocacy Write-up from HallowMace Foundation Africa. The recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate has sparked widespread debate and raised critical questions about the principles of democracy, ethical governance, and the rule of law. The six-month suspension, which was recommended by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code…
The bill, seeking the establishment of the centre, passed second reading after a debate at the Senate on Tuesday. The bill aimed at positioning Nigeria as a major player in the global digital economy, capturing Artificial Intelligence, Innovation and Communication Technology Solutions. Senator Yemi Adaramodu (Ekiti South), who sponsored the bill said the proposed centre…
May Day: Akpabio Assures Nigerian Workers of better welfare …Says tough times will soon be over President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON has assured Nigerian workers that the National Assembly and the Executive arm of government would work collaboratively to give them a living wage and better working conditions. The Senate President…
