Natasha Set to Resume September 23 Kogi Senator’s Suspension Ends After Six-Month Ban After a six-month suspension, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central is ready to return to the National Assembly later this month. Eko Hot Blog reports that her lawyer, Victor Giwa, confirmed her return, stating the senator is on vacation in London but … Read more
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan completes six-month Senate suspension. She claims suspension stemmed from sexual harassment petition against Senate President. Her return may test the atmosphere in the Red Chamber amid lingering tensions. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has completed the six-month suspension imposed on her by the Senate, effectively clearing the path for her return to … Read more
The year 2024 was a pivotal one for the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio. Several key events marked the period and shaped both the legislative direction and public perception of the institution. Eko Hot Blog reports that these events not only impacted national policy but also provided a deeper insight into the … Read more
The 10th Senate, under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio, on Thursday, advanced the ₦49.7 trillion 2025 Budget to its second reading. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the budget received approval during plenary after extensive deliberations. The budget, presented the previous day by President Bola Tinubu, was subsequently referred to the Committee on Appropriations, chaired by … Read more
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has urged ministers and heads of federal government agencies to be ready to defend their respective allocations within the 2025 budget proposal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akpabio made this statement on Wednesday following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s presentation of the ₦47.9 trillion 2025 budget proposal to a joint session … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged President Bola Tinubu to warn intransigent ministers in his cabinet, who disregard invitations by the National Assembly. Akpabio said such ministers have no place in Tinubu’s government because they are not democrats. The former Akwa Ibom Governor made this call on Wednesday when the President presented 2025 budget estimates … Read more
Two civil groups, Community Rescue Initiative, Toro Concerned Citizens of a Relief Foundation and an Abuja based lawyer, Comrade Nasir Bala have sued President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, the Senate President, Senator Goodswill Akpabio over the alleged unlawful removal of Justice Danladi Yakubu Umar as Chairman of … Read more
There was a mild drama on the floor of the Senate on Thursday when Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stormed out in anger after being prevented from presenting a motion on demolitions in Abuja. The incident happened during a plenary session, which was said to be proceeding smoothly until Senate President … Read more
The newly elected Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, delivered an emotional farewell speech on Wednesday as he officially bowed out of the Senate. His departure marks the end of his tenure as Senator representing the Edo Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following … Read more
The Senate on Wednesday officially declared the seat of Governor Monday Okpebholo vacant and called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize a bye-election to fill the position. Okpebholo, who represented the Edo Central Senatorial District, vacated his seat after being elected and inaugurated as the Governor of Edo State last month. Senate … Read more
The Senate plenary on Tuesday saw a heated confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada (SDP, Nasarawa West) over claims regarding the operational status of the Port Harcourt refinery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) had announced last week that the refinery had resumed operations. However, … Read more
Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has called on the Chinese government to increase financial aid to Nigeria and Africa, urging deeper bilateral cooperation to enhance developmental efforts. Akpabio made the appeal during a visit by Zhang Qingwei, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of China’s National People’s Congress (NPC), marking his first trip to Africa. … Read more
The Senate has announced that President Bola Tinubu is expected to present the 2025 budget to the National Assembly this week, as preparations intensify for the budget’s consideration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu (APC, Ekiti South) disclosed that the Finance Committee would meet with Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on Monday to … Read more
Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has called on the Federal Government to honour the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah by releasing Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Okorocha made the appeal during a tribute night held in Ubah’s honour on Monday in Abuja. He urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt Hon Tajuddeen Abbas were among the dignitaries who attended the wedding fatiha of Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje’s daughter in Abuja. The wedding ceremony between Fauziyya Danjuma Goje and Aliyu Ahmed Abubakar took place at the National Mosque, Abuja, following … Read more
The Nigerian Senate, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, entered a closed-door session today following a motion on a matter of privilege raised by Deputy Senate Leader, Oyelola Ashiru. The motion, citing Orders 9, 10, 41, and 52 of the Senate Standing Rules, was of urgent national importance. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After … Read more
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have reportedly arrested journalist Edna Ulaeto, a staff member of OrderPaper, following a raid on her residence early Friday morning. According to a statement from the management of OrderPaper, a group of armed men identifying themselves as DSS officers from the Office of the National Security Adviser … Read more
Senators on Thursday, passed a vote of confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following rumors of an alleged plan to impeach him. The vote came amid reports that some senators were plotting to remove Akpabio from office. Speculation surfaced on Wednesday through online media, suggesting that the presidency had deployed a significant number of Department … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed twenty- one nominees as Federal Commissioners for the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC. This followed the presentation and consideration of the report of the Joint Committee on National Planning and Economic Affairs and Finance for the Confirmation of the Nominations for Appointment as Federal Commissioners in the Revenue … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on clarifying the scope of the new national minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this appeal on Monday during a book launch in Abuja. It should be recalled that on July 24, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, during a plenary session, … Read more