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The Digest:

A plenary session of the Nigerian Senate descended into a rowdy confrontation after Senator Danjuma Goje openly challenged Senate President Godswill Akpabio for conducting a side meeting, accusing him of disturbing proceedings with "unparliamentary" conduct.

Key Points:
  • Senator Danjuma Goje (APC, Gombe) raised a Point of Order, citing Senate rules that prohibit side interactions during plenary.
  • He directly accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of disturbing Senate business by holding a "separate meeting" at the podium.
  • Akpabio explained the huddle was for "urgent assignment" related to a Villa event and repeatedly invited Goje to join the discussion.
  • Goje vehemently refused the invitation, stating, "I don't want to be part of it... It's unparliamentary."
  • The heated exchange caused a standstill, disrupting legislative proceedings for over 30 minutes.
  • Akpabio later clarified that the urgent matter was the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem Launch at the Presidential Villa.
  • Order was eventually restored after Akpabio asked the gathered senators to return to their seats.
This confrontation transcends personal rivalry, reflecting a deeper institutional strain where the enforcement of parliamentary order itself becomes a battleground for authority and respect within the hallowed chamber.

Sources: Leadership, ChuksEricE

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