The Nigerian Senate has declined to debate a motion seeking an investigation into alleged land grabbing, demolitions, and other issues in Abuja, ruling it procedurally defective. Read the full details and reactions.
The Nigerian Senate has approved three ambassadorial nominees, including former intelligence chiefs. Learn about their backgrounds and the Senate's unanimous endorsement.
The Nigerian Senate has directed the NSA to investigate the source of false online reports claiming Senate President Akpabio collapsed. Read the full story on the probe into this destabilising misinformation.
The Nigerian Senate has mandated NSA Nuhu Ribadu to investigate fake news about Senate President Godswill Akpabio's health. Get the full details and public reaction here.
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.
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
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.
A rowdy session erupted in the Nigerian Senate as lawmakers clashed over whether to grant General Christopher Musa a 'bow and go' during his confirmation hearing. Read the full details of the dramatic event.
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.
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.
Nigeria's Senate passes the NETS Bill 2025 for a unified emergency number. Major committee reshuffles also announced to bolster national security oversight. Read the full details.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
President Tinubu nominates former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as Nigeria's new Minister of Defence. Discover his background and career highlights.
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.
President Bola Tinubu nominates former CDS General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister, weeks after sacking him in a military shakeup. Senate confirmation pending.
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.
President Bola Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa as the new Minister of Defence. Read the full details and implications of this key security appointment.
President Bola Tinubu is set to forward a new Minister of Defence nominee to the Senate this week, following Abubakar Badaru's resignation on health grounds. Get the latest reactions and analysis.
Nigerian manufacturers oppose a Senate bill to raise sugary drink taxes to 20%, fearing massive job losses. Health Ministry backs the tax for public health funding. Read the full debate.
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.
The CPPE warns that the Senate's plan to increase excise duty on non-alcoholic drinks is economically disruptive and threatens jobs. They urge its withdrawal. Read more.
President Tinubu faces test of principle as Ambassador Ayodele Oke's nomination sparks debate. Legal exoneration vs media trial - Senate must decide based on national interest and rule of law.
President Tinubu nominates Femi Fani-Kayode and Reno Omokri among 32 ambassadorial picks. Fani-Kayode thanks president, calls it 'great honor'. Senate confirmation pending.
Reno Omokri expresses gratitude to President Tinubu for ambassadorial nomination amid Nigeria's diplomatic challenges. Read his full reaction and analysis.
President Bola Tinubu submits 35 ambassadorial nominees for Senate confirmation. The list includes Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, and former governors. Read the full list here.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly threatens Senator Osita Ngwu over deleted WhatsApp forum comments. Read the full political drama unfolding in Nigeria's Senate.
President Tinubu nominates 32 ambassadors including former Oyo First Lady Florence Ajimobi. List sent to Senate for confirmation with strategic postings planned.
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded 32 additional ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. The list includes career diplomats and non-career appointees, with postings expected to strategic nations.
President Tinubu submits 32 ambassadorial nominees to Senate for confirmation, featuring Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, former governors. Strategic global postings planned.
Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu insists government paid no ransom for kidnapped victims' freedom. Security tactics remain confidential amid growing concerns.