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Prominent Nigerian leaders, including Atiku Abubakar, Senator Godswill Akpabio, Peter Obi, and several state governors, have urged citizens to pray for peace and unity in Nigeria during the Easter celebrations. The EFCC Chairman also expressed optimism about overcoming corruption.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio emphasized that Nigerians have yet to witness the full impact of President Bola Tinubu at the APC National Convention, praising his vision and ongoing reforms amidst economic challenges.
Patty Etete resigns from his position as a senior legislative aide to Godswill Akpabio, citing ongoing harassment and physical assaults in the Senate President's office. Akpabio's representative stated he was unaware of the resignation and described the office environment as respectful.
An emergency Senate session held on Tuesday turned chaotic as lawmakers debated the Votes and Proceedings from February 4th, in which the Electoral Bill was enacted. Tensions escalated following the omission of a provision for real-time electronic result transmission from the Electoral Act amendment.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended the ongoing amendment of the Electoral Act, cautioning against premature criticism and stating that the legislative process is still incomplete. He clarified that the Senate has not removed electronic transmission of results but rather the 'real-time' aspect to avoid legal challenges.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has refuted allegations regarding alterations to tax laws post their approval by the National Assembly, asserting that the laws enacted reflect the original decisions made by lawmakers.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has raised concerns about the climbing food prices and the potential for hunger in Nigeria, advocating for urgent collaborative measures to tackle the impending crisis.
Emmanuel Enoidem, a former legal adviser for the PDP, is poised to join the ruling APC in Akwa Ibom State today. His defection comes as the state undergoes a significant political shift, with many politicians attracting to APC after previously opposing it.
