After a tense Senate session, which included a closed session, tensions were reportedly eased following Senate President Godswill Akpabio's explanation and a review of the Senate rules. An anonymous source familiar with the closed-door discussion revealed that the matter was raised by one or two senators but was subsequently resolved after senators examined the provisions of the rule book.
The source clarified that the closed session was not accidental; it had been planned to discuss logistics for an upcoming retreat in Uyo, as well as executive communications from the President. When asked about the executive communication, the source mentioned that it pertained to the confirmation of the Chief Executive of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and that it was a routine matter.
The source emphasized that there was no crisis as speculated, and Senator Ndume, who had briefly left, later returned and participated in the closed session. Additionally, the source noted that senators were allowed to step out during sittings for various reasons.
Senator Ndume, who had left the Senate chambers after the day's sitting, was unavailable for comment.
