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Senator Natasha Ready to Prove Akpabio Harassment Claims

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan declares readiness to prove sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio in court. Details on the ₦200 billion defamation lawsuit and trial preparations.

Tinubu nominates Ibas, Dambazau as ambassadors

President Tinubu nominates ex-military chiefs and political figures as non-career ambassadors. Senate urged for speedy screening to fill diplomatic posts. Read the full list.

Senate Screens Tinubu's Ambassadorial Nominees

The Nigerian Senate has screened three ambassadorial nominees forwarded by President Bola Tinubu. Read the latest on the confirmation process and the profiles of the nominees.

NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul

The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.

Senate President Rejects Bow and Go for Defence Nominee

Senate President Godswill Akpibio insisted on a full screening for defence nominee Gen. Christopher Musa, rejecting calls for a 'bow and go' clearance amid Nigeria's security crisis. Read the full details of the heated session.

Senate Rejects 'Bow and Go' for General Musa

The Nigerian Senate descended into chaos as senators clashed over granting parliamentary courtesy to ministerial nominee General Christopher Musa. Read the full details of the dramatic screening.

Senate Plenary Halts as Akpabio, Goje Clash

A heated confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Danjuma Goje disrupted plenary. Goje cited Senate rules, calling Akpabio's actions 'unparliamentary'. Nigerians react online.

Goje-Akpabio Clash Halts Senate Plenary

A rowdy session erupted in the Nigerian Senate after Senator Danjuma Goje accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of unparliamentary conduct, stalling proceedings for over 30 minutes. Read the full details of the confrontation.

PAACA Backs Yakubu's Ambassador Nomination

PAACA supports President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chair Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as ambassador, citing his competence and service record. The group urges Senate confirmation.

Tinubu Picks Gen. Musa as New Defence Minister

President Tinubu seeks Senate approval for General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister following Badaru's exit. The move aims to bolster Nigeria's security amid rising attacks. Read the full story.

Court Shifts Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's Trial to 2026

An FCT High Court has adjourned the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026. Read the full details of the court's ruling and the legal arguments presented.

Senator Dickson: Tell Tinubu truth on insecurity

Bayelsa West Senator Seriake Dickson criticizes colleagues for praising President Tinubu amid worsening security crisis. He demands honest assessment and military funding oversight.

Senate Confronts Nigeria's Health Funding Gap

Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Trial Adjourned to 2026

Federal High Court postpones Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's cybercrime trial to February 2026 following multiple delays. Case involves assassination plot allegations against Senate President.

Judge's absence stalls Akpoti-Uduaghan's trial

The cybercrime trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been adjourned to February 4, 2026, due to the judge's absence. Get the latest updates on this high-profile case.

Advokc Foundation Slams Nigeria's 10th Senate

Advokc Foundation warns Nigeria's 10th Senate risks legacy of scandals and stalled reforms. Critical bills remain in limbo as controversies mount. Read full analysis.

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