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Senate Pushes For Oyo Kidnap Victims’ Rescue, Rejects Call For Military Spending Audit

newsnowng2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The Senate has ramped up calls for urgent action by the Federal Government and security agencies to secure the release of victims still being held captive following the recent abduction of students, pupils, and teachers from schools in Oyo State. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senator Abdulfatai Buhari, who drew…

Appeal Court Upholds Senator Natasha’s suspension, Says Senate Acted Within Its Powers

newsnowng6 months ago6 months ago01 mins

The Court of Appeal Abuja has held that the Senate acted within its powers when it suspended the lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for misconduct. In a unanimous decision by a three-member panel of Justices, the appellate court said it was satisfied that neither the Appellant’s parliamentary privilege nor her constitutional rights were…

Occupy National Assembly Protest Begins In Abuja Over E-Transmission Of Election Results

newsnowng6 months ago6 months ago04 mins

Protesters have converged on the entrance of the National Assembly in Abuja for the “Occupy National Assembly” protest. The protest is against the backdrop of the Senate’s position on the electronic transmission of election results. There was a heavy security presence at the scene, with personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army,…