Senator Sani Musa, representing Niger East Senatorial District, commended President Bola Tinubu’s decision to end the fuel subsidy in Nigeria, calling it a major positive development for the country. In an interview with Channels TV on Friday, Musa praised the subsidy removal as a necessary move, noting it was made with the nation’s best interests … Read more
The Nigerian Senate is set to begin screening seven individuals nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for ministerial positions next Tuesday. EO HOT BLOG reports that the ministerial nominees for Senate consideration and approval include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda (Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction), Muhammadu Dingyadi (Labour & Employment), Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu (State Foreign Affairs), and Dr. … Read more
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has revealed that his monthly earnings as a lawmaker total N14 million. During an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Kalu addressed widespread misconceptions that Nigerian legislators live in luxury while the general public endures hardship. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in … 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 Nigerian Senate has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the protection and welfare of the girl-child to address the educational, health, and safety needs of girls across the country. The red chamber also urged state governments to domesticate and enforce the Child Rights Act and the Violence Against … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the immediate dredging of Rivers Niger and Benue, as part of preventive measures against flooding. The lawmakers also while directing the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, to immediately reach out to affected communities and provide relief materials to victims, asked the President to facilitate … Read more
Nigerian Senators are sharply divided over the proposal to return to a regional system of government, with lawmakers from the Southern and Northern regions expressing conflicting opinions. These discussions unfolded during a two-day retreat focused on constitutional amendments, organized by the Senate Committee on Constitution Review in partnership with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre … Read more
The Senate on Thursday at plenary passed a bill seeking to establish the South West Development Commission. The bill’s passage followed the adoption of the Committee on Special Duties report presented by the Chairman, Sen. Kaka Shehu (APC-Borno). Shehu, in his presentation, said the bill was designed to drive the socio-economic development of South West. … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio led a delegation from the 10th Senate to pay a condolence visit to the family of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. Akpabio, who expressed his shock and deep emotional distress upon hearing the news of Ubah’s sudden death, shared his initial reaction during the visit. The Senate President made these remarks … Read more
The Senate Committee on Public Accounts lambasted the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, and other agencies over their persistent refusal to respond to queries raised against them in the 2019 Audit report. Chairman of the committee, Sen. Ahmed Wadada (SDP-Nasarawa West), who made this known while speaking to newsmen in Abuja, … Read more
The Senate has dismissed allegations that it was involved in determining its salaries or receiving special fiscal packages from the Presidency. Senate Spokesman, Sen. Yemi Adaramodu, in a statement on Sunday, in Abuja, described the allegations as “sordid and telltale assertions.” EDITOR’S PICK Drama as Woman Tears Husband’s International Passport Upon Arrival at Lagos Airport … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has called for a delay in the #EndBadGovernance protests to allow President Tinubu more time to implement and show results from his policies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Senate has called on organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protests to grant President Bola Tinubu additional time to implement and demonstrate the effectiveness of … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has announced it will receive President Tinubu’s 2024 Supplementary budget for approval after resuming from recess on July 2 EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Senate will receive President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2024 Supplementary budget for approval upon resuming from recess on July 2. The supplementary budget, totaling N6.6 trillion, is still … Read more
Senate Approves Tinubu’s Nominees As SEC DG, Commissioners. Frana Chukwuogor, Abimbola Oyebola Ajomale and Samiya Hassan-Usman were approved as Executive Commissioners. The Senate’s decision followed a report from the Senate Committee on Capital Market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu’s nominees for Director General and Executive Commissioners of the Securities and Exchange Commission … Read more
Heated Debate In Senate Over New Ranching Regulation Bill. Senator Titus Tartenger Zam sponsored the bill to regulate cattle rearing and ranching nationwide. The bill faced strong opposition from Senators Danjuma Goje and Adamu Aliero. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a heated debate erupted on the floor of the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday following the passage … Read more
Senate Passes Bill To Revert To Old National Anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele presented the bill, highlighting the anthem’s role in shaping national identity and unity. The old anthem was praised for fostering a sense of value and personal belonging among Nigerian citizens. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Senate passed … Read more
Senate accuses governors of misusing local government funds, calls for autonomy. Urges federal government to halt allocations to caretaker-led LGAs. Motion by Senator Suleiman Kawu prompts concerns over local autonomy erosion, calls for reforms. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate on wednesday accused state governors of misappropriating funds earmarked for local government councils in Nigeria, … Read more
Senate approves Tinubu’s $500 million World Bank loan request for electricity meter production Federal Government set to receive $2.25 billion World Bank loan. World Bank funding to be allocated to two major development projects in Nigeria EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Senate has granted approval for President Bola Tinubu’s $500 million World Bank loan … Read more
Nigerian Senate approves death penalty for drug offenders, amending NDLEA Act. Committee report presented by Senator Mohammed Monguno during plenary. Section 11 amended to include death penalty; bill passed after contentious debate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Senate has passed a bill to amend the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Act, approving the death … Read more