Category: Legislative

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called for justice and strengthened accountability following the alleged extra-judicial killing of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi, described the incident as a grave threat to the nation’s moral foundation. The position of the Senate President was conveyed in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom, after Akpabio addressed lawmakers ahead of plenary on Tuesday at the National Assembly. Akpabio said the killing demands urgent attention from both lawmakers and security agencies, stressing that the protection of citizens’ lives must remain…

The Senate has resolved to set up a joint ad-hoc committee of the National Assembly to address the rising cases of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. The committee, to be led by the Chairman of the National Assembly, will embark on a fact-finding and diplomatic mission to South Africa with the aim of finding lasting solutions to the recurring crisis. As part of its mandate, the delegation will visit the South African Parliament to formally convey Nigeria’s strong displeasure over the attacks. The upper chamber also plans to…

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has commended Nigerian workers for their resilience, patriotism, and unwavering dedication to national development, as the country marks the 2026 International Workers’ Day celebration. The commendation was conveyed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, in which the Senate President congratulated workers across the nation and described them as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy and democracy. “On this auspicious occasion of Workers’ Day 2026, I join millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to celebrate…

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has commended Nigerian workers for their resilience and contributions to national development as the country marks the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration. The message, which was conveyed through his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, described workers as the backbone of Nigeria’s progress, acknowledging their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to sustaining the nation’s economic growth despite prevailing challenges. “Today, we recognize the men and women who make up the Nigerian workforce. We salute your dedication, hard work, and commitment…

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has announced plans to lead a high-level parliamentary roundtable on trade and investment to Ottawa, Canada, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic and legislative cooperation between both countries. In a statement issued from the Office of the Deputy Speaker and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu disclosed the development during a courtesy visit by a Canadian delegation led by the Chargé d’affaires, Ms. Lisa Stockley, in Abuja on Thursday. He noted that Nigeria’s ongoing economic…

By Isaac James     The Senate has screened seven presidential nominees for appointment as Federal Commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC), expressing satisfaction with their qualifications and readiness to serve in the nation’s critical data agency. The nominees, forwarded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, are expected to fill existing vacancies across several states in the Commission. Lawmakers noted that the NPC, which comprised representatives from the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, played a vital role in national planning, development policy, and statistical coordination.…

Preparations for the National Legislative Awards 2026 have entered an advanced stage, with the organising committee ramping up efforts to deliver a landmark event. As part of ongoing engagements, the committee paid a strategic working visit to the Chairman of the awards, His Excellency, Senator Ameh Ebute, to provide an update on the level of preparedness. Discussions during the meeting centred on key achievements recorded so far, critical planning milestones, and the roadmap for hosting a memorable and impactful ceremony aimed at celebrating excellence within Nigeria’s legislative space. In his…

The Nigerian Senate has called for immediate and decisive action to halt the spate of killings in Ankpali-Edikwu community, Apa Local Government Area of Benue State, following renewed violence that has left several residents dead. The call followed a motion raised during Wednesday’s plenary by the Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, who drew attention to the April 12, 2026 attack allegedly carried out by suspected armed herdsmen. Senator Moro described the incident as part of a troubling pattern of recurring violence across rural communities in Benue State, leading to loss…