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Senate confirms Dakingari as non career ambassador

The Senate has approved the appointment of former Kebbi State governor Saidu Usman Dakingari as a non career ambassador, following a fresh nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the confirmation during plenary after the lawmakers considered the report of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, which screened Dakingari and recommended his approval. The confirmation puts an end to weeks of controversy over his earlier botched posting as ambassador to Turkey. In January, the presidency had named Dakingari among new ambassador designates and announced his posting to Turkey, claiming the appointments were drawn from 68 envoys confirmed by the Senate in December 2025. It later emerged that his name was not on the original list screened and approved by the upper chamber, forcing the presidency to withdraw the announcement and blame a “naming mix up.” To […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 13, 2026

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Nigeria

Senate rejects fresh bid to amend 2026 Electoral Act

The Senate has rejected fresh calls to amend the 2026 Electoral Act, asking opposition leaders to channel their grievances through proper legislative procedures. Opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi, had demanded an immediate review of the new law, describing it as anti democratic and skewed in favour of the ruling party ahead of the 2027 elections. They argued that certain sections of the Act undermine electoral transparency and called for the removal of what they termed obnoxious provisions that could weaken the credibility of future polls. Responding, the Senate leadership dismissed the pressure for a hurried amendment and advised the opposition to submit specific proposals and work through the National Assembly’s established processes. Senate leaders maintained that the 2026 Electoral Act had followed due process, including passage by both chambers and assent by President Bola Tinubu, […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 1, 2026

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Nigeria

Rowdy Senate session as clause on real time results is dropped

The Senate held a tense and rowdy plenary on Tuesday as lawmakers revisited last Wednesday’s decision on a key clause in the Electoral Act amendment bill. The uproar followed moves to alter the provision on electronic transmission of election results.​ Trouble began when Senate Chief Whip Tahir Monguno, citing Orders 1(b) and 52(6) of the Senate Standing Orders 2023, asked the chamber to rescind its earlier decision on Clause 60(3) of the bill. His motion, seconded by Senator Abdul Ningi, sought to adjust the language of the clause.​ According to page 45 of the report of the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, Clause 60(3) originally states that the presiding officer shall electronically transmit results from each polling unit to the IReV portal in real time after Form EC8A has been signed and stamped by the presiding officer and countersigned by […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA February 10, 2026

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Nigeria

Senate passes Electoral Act bill, drops plan for mandatory e‑result transmission

The Senate has passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 but declined to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory for the 2027 polls.​ Lawmakers rejected a proposed change to Clause 60 (3), which would have required presiding officers of the Independent National Electoral Commission to transmit polling unit results to the IReV portal in real time after completing Form EC8A. Instead, they retained the existing 2022 provision that results should be transferred “in a manner as prescribed by the Commission.”​ Senate President Godswill Akpabio insisted the chamber did not remove electronic transmission from the law. He said the Senate only chose to keep the wording already in the 2022 Act, which INEC used in the last general elections.​ The Senate also rejected a proposal to increase the penalty for buying or selling Permanent Voter Cards from two years to […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA February 5, 2026

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Nigeria

Tinubu celebrates Senator Tambuwal at 60, praises his service to Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal on his 60th birthday. Tambuwal, a lawyer and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, currently represents Sokoto South Senatorial District.​ Tinubu described Tambuwal as a seasoned politician who has made significant contributions to Nigeria’s democratic development. He commended the senator’s long years of public service and his role in promoting dialogue across political divides.​ The president highlighted Tambuwal’s tenure as Speaker of the House and later as Governor of Sokoto State as key milestones in his career. He noted that these roles allowed him to shape legislative reforms and implement people focused governance at the state level.​ Tinubu also praised Tambuwal’s calm temperament, consensus building style and commitment to national unity. He said the senator has remained engaged in nation building efforts and continues to play a visible role […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA January 10, 2026

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Nigeria

Tight security as Tinubu heads to NASS to present 2026 budget

Security has been significantly tightened around the National Assembly Complex in Abuja as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu prepares to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives. Extra armed policemen have been deployed to all main entry points, including the MOPOL Gate, the Villa Gate and the Annex Gates.​ Access to the complex has been strictly restricted to accredited persons. Those without proper accreditation are being turned back, although the screening and accreditation process has so far been reported as smooth and without incident.​ The usual busy atmosphere at the National Assembly has largely disappeared due to the movement restrictions. Human and vehicular traffic has been reduced, leaving the foyer and corridors, normally crowded with staff, visitors and lobbyists, unusually quiet.​ President Tinubu is scheduled to present budget estimates of N54.46 trillion […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA December 19, 2025

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Nigeria

Enugu Senator Okey Ezea Dies in UK, Senate Pays Tribute

Senator Okey Ezea, representing Enugu North Senatorial District on the Labour Party platform, has died in the UK while receiving medical treatment. Ezea was the only Labour Party senator from Enugu and the second South-East senator in two years to pass away, after Senator Ifeanyi Ubah of Anambra (July 2024). The Senate expressed deep sorrow at his passing. Orji Uzor Kalu described Ezea as a humble, principled, and prayerful colleague, sharing memories of their friendship and mutual respect. Kalu extended condolences to Senate President Akpabio, Enugu’s governor, and Ezea’s family, describing the Senate’s loss as profound. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) recalled Ezea’s wisdom and prayers, saying his encouragement supported her through difficult times. She paid tribute to his gentle nature and voice in Parliament. The Senate is expected to honor Ezea in plenary with a minute of silence, as […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 19, 2025

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Nigeria

Kano Group Storms National Assembly, Urges Senate to Confirm Ramat Abdullahi as NERC Chairman

A Kano-based advocacy group, Grassroots Initiative Concept, has called on the Senate to urgently confirm Ramat Abdullahi’s nomination as Executive Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The group praised Abdullahi’s record of integrity, competence, and public service, emphasizing his alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda. The open letter to President Tinubu and Senate leadership expressed concern over delays in Abdullahi’s confirmation, alleging vested interests aim to stall it. The group lauded Abdullahi’s decade-long experience in government and private sector and urged the Senate to “stand on the side of fairness, patriotism, and progress.” Confirming Abdullahi, they argued, would strengthen Nigeria’s electricity sector and set a precedent for institutional integrity. The group reaffirmed support for President Tinubu’s nomination and called on the Senate to prioritize justice and national interest in the energy sector.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 11, 2025

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international

Several Democrats Side With Republicans to Pass Deal Ending Longest US Shutdown

The US Senate has passed a deal aimed at ending the longest government shutdown in American history, after a group of Democratic lawmakers reached an agreement with Republicans. The compromise legislation, which still needs House approval, will temporarily fund government programs through January, with the shutdown reaching 40 days. Some high-profile Democrats are upset that colleagues sided with Trump’s Republicans, deepening divisions in the party. The shutdown impacted around 1.4 million federal workers and disrupted services, including food aid and airport operations—over 10,000 flights were delayed on Sunday due to staffing shortages. Seven Democratic senators and one independent crossed the aisle, including Catherine Cortez Masto (Nevada), Dick Durbin (Illinois), John Fetterman (Pennsylvania), Maggie Hassan (New Hampshire), Tim Kaine (Virginia), Angus King (Maine, independent), Jacky Rosen (Nevada), and Jeanne Shaheen (New Hampshire). Only one Republican, Rand Paul (Kentucky), voted against, citing […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 10, 2025

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Nigeria

Immigration, Natasha trade words over passport drama

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday accused immigration officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, of seizing her international passport and briefly preventing her from travelling abroad. In a Facebook Live video obtained on Tuesday, the lawmaker was seen confronting immigration personnel over what she described as an unlawful restriction of movement and a violation of her fundamental rights. She recalled experiencing a similar situation in the past where she was stopped from travelling abroad, despite having no pending legal case or court order barring her from leaving the country. “Hello, fellow Nigerians. I’m Senator Natasha. Having completed my second year in office, I decided to take a week off. I’m at the airport here, and my passport has been withheld again.This same thing happened before when I was stopped from travelling even though I had […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 4, 2025

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