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Senate rejects motion to probe FCT administration

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.

House Orders Emergency Work on Collapsed Imo Road

The House of Representatives has directed federal agencies to immediately begin emergency repairs on the collapsed Umuma Isiaku–Nkwerre Road in Imo State and address severe erosion across Ideato. Urgent relief for displaced communities is also mandated.

Senate Orders Probe into False Akpabio Health Claims

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.

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.

Tinubu's New Ambassadorial List Goes to Senate

President Tinubu submits a fresh list of non-career ambassadorial nominees to the Senate, including former service chiefs and ex-governors. Senate urged for expedited confirmation to fill key diplomatic posts.

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 Confirms Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as the Minister of Defence following a rigorous five-hour screening session. Get the full details on this key security appointment.

Senate Proposes Single Nationwide Emergency Number

Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.

Senate Screens Ex-Defence Chief Musa as Minister

The Nigerian Senate screens retired General Christopher Musa for Defence Minister today. This urgent move aims to bolster national security efforts against bandits and terrorists. Read the full story.

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.

Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill

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.

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.

Tinubu Nominates Ex-CDS Musa as Defence Minister

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.

Tinubu to Appoint New Defence Minister This Week

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.

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