by Dolapo Adelana
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today.
1. Senate suspends confirmation of INEC RECs over Buhari’s stance on Magu
The senate on Tuesday suspended by two weeks the confirmation hearing of Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), nominated by President Muhammadu Buhari over his failure to sack Ibrahim Magu as acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
2. Shekau still alive – Defence minister
The Minister of Defence, Mansur Dan-Ali on Tuesday said the leader of the Boko Haram sect, Abubakar Shekau, is still alive.
3. ‘I finished NYSC in 2001’ | Dino Melaye shows certificate
Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye has said he finished the compulsory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in 2001.
4. FIFA hands Lionel Messi four-match ban
FIFA has handed a four-match ban on Argentina captain, Lionel Messi for insulting an assistant referee during a World Cup Qualifier against Chile.
5. Senate allegedly plots to suspend Ali Ndume
Members of the Senate have begun a plot to suspend former Majority leader, Ali Ndume over his motion to investigate allegations against Senate President, Bukola Saraki and Senator Dino Melaye.
Dolapo is a writer and journalist who works with YNaija. He has interests in Christianity, politics and sports.
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