There was mild drama in the Senate chamber on Wednesday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole clashed over the adoption of Tuesday's Votes and Proceedings. Oshiomhole protested that the document did not accurately reflect what transpired, but Akpabio overruled him. The clash comes barely 24 hours after the Senate amended its rules to require that only senators who have served at least eight years (two consecutive terms) can contest for Senate president and deputy Senate president. Oshiomhole, serving his first term, could be affected by the new rule. Akpabio warned he would direct the Sergeant-at-Arms to escort Oshiomhole out if he became unruly.
Key Points:
- The new Senate rules bar first-term senators from top leadership positions.
- Oshiomhole, a first-term senator, may be affected for the 2027 Senate presidency race.
- Oshiomhole objected to the adoption of Tuesday's proceedings twice.
- Akpabio issued a final warning, threatening to have Oshiomhole ejected.
- Other rule changes include fixed committee meeting hours and allowing water drinking during screening.
Sources: Channels Television, Vanguard, AIT
