Senate Reopens Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Office After Leadership Dispute
The Senate on Tuesday reopened the office of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central), granting her full access to the National Assembly complex after weeks of restriction. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s office had been under lock and key following a protracted leadership dispute that raised questions about the treatment of elected lawmakers. The development follows the reported resolution […]
Dele Momodu Says APC is Jittery Ahead of 2027
Publisher and politician Dele Momodu has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of being “jittery” and actively working to undermine the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during an interview on Friday Momodu, a member of the opposition coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC), claimed the APC is sowing discord within opposition parties […]
President Tinubu Moves to Slash Food Prices Nationwide
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a Federal Executive Council (FEC) committee to fast-track measures aimed at reducing food prices across Nigeria.The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, disclosed this directive on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in Abuja during a capacity-building workshop for Senate correspondents.Abdullahi said the President’s instruction […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Set to Resume Senate Duties After Six-Month Suspension
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, is expected to return to plenary later this month following the expiration of her six-month suspension from the National Assembly.Her counsel, Victor Giwa, confirmed in Abuja that the senator, who is currently in London on vacation, has concluded plans to resume legislative duties when the Senate reconvenes on September […]
Nigerian Senate React to “Nigerians Must Go” Protest in Ghana
The Nigerian Senate says it has taken note of a viral video depicting Ghanaians protesting and demanding the deportation of Nigerians over alleged unruly behavior. It condemned the widespread indignation against Nigerians, dismissing the blanket branding of them as criminals as “unacceptable.” The Senate described Nigerians as hardworking people and not criminals as purported, and […]
Security Blocks Sen. Natasha From Entering NASS
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been prevented from entering the premises of the National Assembly complex. Her vehicle arrived at the complex at about 12:20 pm but was stopped by security personnel at the gate. She, alongside activists Aisha Yesufu, Randy Peters and others, alighted from their vehicles and walked towards the National Assembly complex. Also […]
Rivers Senate Approves N1.48 Trillion 2025 State Budget
The Senate on Wednesday approved the 2025 Rivers State budget, authorizing an expenditure of N1.48 trillion under the state’s emergency administration. The budget was passed during plenary after lawmakers deliberated on its general principles at the Committee of Supply. Senate President Godswill Akpabio confirmed the budget’s passage following overwhelming support from senators through a voice […]
Ibas Slams Budget Sabotage in Senate
The Senate’s Ad Hoc Committee on Emergency Rule Oversight has initiated a comprehensive review of Rivers State’s proposed N1.846 trillion 2025 budget, marking a crucial phase in the state’s financial oversight. This budget, the largest in the state’s history, represents a significant 86.6% increase from the previous year, underscoring the state’s growing financial commitments and […]
Senate Scrutinizes RSIEC Nominee Over Non-Indigene Status
Michael Ekpai, a retired official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from Cross River State, appeared before the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Emergency Rule in Rivers State for screening on June 17, 2025. Ekpai is nominated to head the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), but his eligibility has been questioned due to his […]
Senate Committee on Local Content Makes Oversight Visit to NCDMB
The Senate Committee on Local Content says it will continue to create the enabling environment to increase Nigerian participation in the nation’s oil and gas industry. Chairman of the Committee, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, gave the assurance at the Content Tower in Yenagoa during an oversight visit to the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board. While […]
President Tinubu Approves 300% Salary Increase for Judicial Officials
President Bola Tinubu has signed into law a bill that enacts a 300% increase in the salaries and allowances of judicial officials. This was confirmed on Tuesday in a statement by Basheer Lado, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters. The new Act prescribes revised salaries and allowances for judicial officers to reflect […]
Senate Denies Unauthorized Salary Allocation Claims By Obasanjo
The Nigerian Senate has firmly denied any allegations of awarding itself new salaries and allowances beyond what is legally prescribed by the Revenue Mobilisation Fiscal Allocation Commission (RMAFC), the authorized body responsible for setting public officers’ remuneration. This denial comes in response to claims made by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who suggested that senators had […]