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Senator Peter Jiya from Niger South has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing ongoing conflicts and divisions within the PDP as the reason for his departure.
The Senate has extended the deadline for the capital component of the 2025 federal budget implementation until June 30, 2026. This decision came during a plenary session where an appropriation bill aimed at amending the budget timeline was approved.
The Nigerian Senate has given the green light to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's proposal for a $6 billion foreign loan aimed at infrastructure enhancement and debt servicing. This decision was made during a plenary session led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The Senate has officially endorsed the Appropriation Bill amounting to N68.3 trillion for the fiscal year 2026. This decision follows the detailed examination of the Senate Committee on Appropriations report during a plenary session.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has once again expressed his strong support for the establishment of Anioma State, proposing that Asaba should serve as its capital, while Warri would govern the remaining Delta State.
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, has clarified that he has no intention of resigning to vie for the Plateau North senatorial district. He described such reports as mere rumours and affirmed his dedication to President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has indicated that he may pursue a senatorial seat for Nasarawa North in the upcoming 2027 elections, citing pressure from stakeholders and the necessity for quality representation.
Yusuf Hamisu, formerly the Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), has refuted claims regarding his ambition to run for a senatorial seat in Kaduna State. He emphasized his commitment to supporting the re-election of Governor Uba Sani and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Philip Aduda, a former senator for the Federal Capital Territory, met with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) shortly after resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The meeting raises expectations of an imminent formal transition to the ruling party.
The Nigerian Senate is scheduled to hold discussions with International Monetary Fund (IMF) representatives concerning the nation's economic outlook and the reform initiatives spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu's administration. This engagement forms part of the IMF's Article IV Consultation.
The Senate has declined to stop the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) from monitoring federal constituency projects and has expressed alarm regarding the resurgence of Boko Haram attacks in Borno State.
Former Minister Stella Oduah has expressed her intention to return to the Senate following a plea bargain with the federal government concerning a N2.4 billion fraud case. Oduah, who previously served as a senator, aims to regain her seat amidst her ongoing legal proceedings.
A dispute has emerged in the Senate regarding the exclusion of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from Nigeria's delegation to the UN women's summit. This controversy comes as preparations for the event in New York are underway.
The Senate Public Accounts Committee has summoned former NNPCL CEO Mele Kyari and his management team to address alleged discrepancies totaling N210 trillion. The summons comes after an inadequate response from NNPCL regarding their audited financial statements from 2017 to 2023.
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.
