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The Nigerian Senate has declared the seats of three late senators vacant and has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize by-elections in the affected districts. The senators who passed away are Okechukuwu Ezea, Godiya Akwashiki, and Barinada Mpigi.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has praised nine senators, including Senator Binos Yaroe, for their recent alignment with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He described their move as a brave stand for democratic principles and a crucial defence of credible opposition in Nigeria.
The Senate has issued a warning to Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, regarding the possible vacancy of his seat due to his resignation from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Abaribe's defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) faced opposition from several senators.
The Nigerian Senate recently exhibited a disturbing scene of chaos rather than constructive debate. The discord that arose over the term 'transmission' highlighted deeper issues within the institution, necessitating clarity in electoral processes to restore public trust.
The Nigerian Senate has approved an amendment to the Electoral Act following a contentious division vote, retaining the controversial manual transmission of election results despite significant resistance.
Senators have expressed concern over the financial operations of the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET), which only received N60 million from a total allocation of N858 billion. This raises serious questions about the viability of the electricity sector in Nigeria.
The Nigerian Senate is set to hold an emergency plenary session to discuss the amendments to the Electoral Act 2022. The session comes after public outcry over the handling of electronic transmission of results and other provisions of the electoral framework.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reacted strongly against critics who claim the legislature is sidestepping crucial issues linked to the 2027 elections. He asserts that evaluations of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill should be deferred until legislative harmonization is complete.
The Senate has entered an extended closed-door meeting to discuss the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, following increased deliberations among lawmakers over the proposed legislative changes.
The Senate has scheduled March 17 for the final approval of the N58.472 trillion budget for 2026. Budget estimates will be reviewed in committee sessions from February 2 to 13, with a public hearing set for February 9.
The Nigerian Senate has initiated an inquiry into the operational shortcomings and security issues plaguing the railway system, spurred by concerns regarding declining services on key routes. This follows a discussion in plenary about the worsening conditions of vital rail lines.
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