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Senate President Godswill Akpabio criticizes uninformed public commentary on Senate matters, comparing it to the Messi-Ronaldo debates. He urges Nigerians to avoid commenting on legislative affairs without proper knowledge. His remarks follow the controversy surrounding Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s...
Nigerian Senate Ethics Chairman Neda Imasuen has been disbarred in New York over fraud allegations. Court records show he took legal fees but failed to represent a client, leading to his permanent ban in 2010. His role in Nigeria’s Senate has sparked outrage over ethical standards in governance...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has invited Assembly members for a crucial meeting following a Supreme Court ruling. The agenda includes Assembly sittings, unpaid allowances, and the 2025 budget. With political tensions rising, the meeting’s outcome could shape Rivers State’s governance...
Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi Bamidele denies claims that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s six-month suspension was linked to her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Bamidele insists she was suspended for violating Senate rules. Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has threatened legal action against ex-NDDC MD Joy Nunieh over sexual harassment claims. Akpabio denied the allegations, stating they arose after concerns about Nunieh’s NYSC certificate. The controversy resurfaces amid another harassment claim against him by...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has warned against uninformed commentary on Senate affairs, urging critics to understand parliamentary rules. He defended the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and dismissed political attacks. Akpabio also addressed Niger Delta concerns, pledging...
Opposition senators, led by Seriake Dickson, visited suspended Kogi Central senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, assuring her of support and a swift resolution. Dickson, absent during her suspension, pledged to engage Senate leadership. The visit follows backlash over her suspension and allegations...
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed reports of his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), calling them baseless. He reaffirmed his commitment to the party and emphasized efforts to build a united opposition coalition to challenge the APC in 2027, urging Nigerians to...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio dismisses Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment allegations, claiming they surfaced after her committee reassignment. Speaking at International Women’s Day, he questioned female senators if he had ever harassed them. The Senate later suspended...
Peter Obi has called for at least 25% women’s representation in governance, citing persistent gender inequality in Nigeria. He highlighted challenges such as poverty, poor healthcare, and political discrimination, referencing Senators Ireti Kingibe and Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as examples of...
The PDP Governors’ Forum has denied rumors that five of its members support an El-Rufai/Obi 2027 presidential ticket. Forum Chairman Bala Mohammed dismissed the speculation as false and politically motivated. The governors reaffirmed their commitment to party unity and vowed to back the PDP’s...
President Bola Tinubu celebrates Nigerian women on International Women’s Day 2025, calling them the "strength" of the nation. He reaffirms his administration’s commitment to removing barriers, expanding financial access, and ensuring gender equality. Tinubu pledges to empower women across...
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