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SERAP To Take Legal Action Against Akpabio Over ‘Holiday Allowances’ Remark

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has announced its intention to initiate legal proceedings against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The lawsuit centers around the controversial disbursement of “holiday allowances” to senators by the Clerk of the National Assembly, a decision that has ignited a firestorm of criticism, particularly given the prevailing socio-economic challenges facing... Read More

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August 9, 2023

Akpabio Under Fire For ‘Holiday Bonus For Senators’ Viral Video

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has sparked a wave of criticism and public outcry after a video surfaced online, capturing his announcement of a holiday bonus for senators. In the video, Akpabio can be heard stating that the clerk of the National Assembly would deposit funds into the senators’ bank accounts to facilitate an enjoyable... Read More

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Debo Adebayo, Godswill Akpabio, Holiday Bonus, ministerial screening, Mr Macaroni, Senate President

June 28, 2023

‘Be Patient with Tinubu’s Administration, Look at the Bigger Picture’ – Akpabio Urges Nigerians

In his Eid al-Adha message delivered on Tuesday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio implored Nigerians to exercise patience and understanding towards the new administration led by President Bola Tinubu. Akpabio acknowledged that some of the policies implemented by the government to address the nation’s deep-rooted challenges may result in temporary inconveniences for the citizens. Since assuming... Read More

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June 19, 2023

‘He Gave Me N200m’ – Wike Reveals Why He Supported Akpabio’s Senate Presidency Bid

Former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has finally opened up about the reasons behind his support for Godswill Akpabio to become the 10th Senate President of the National Assembly. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service organized by his family, Wike declared Akpabio as a long-time loyalist, citing the financial contribution the senator made to... Read More

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200 Million, Godswill Akpabio, Nyesom Wike, Senate President

June 13, 2023

Abbas Elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu Emerges Deputy Speaker

Tajudeen Abbas, a member of the House of Representatives from Zaria Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, has secured the position of Speaker of the House, known as the Green Chamber. The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate emerged victorious in a voice vote during Tuesday’s session at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, defeating contenders Idris... Read More

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June 13, 2023

Senator Jibrin Barau Emerges as Deputy Senate President of the 10th National Assembly

In a significant development on Tuesday, Senator Jibrin Barau was elected as the Deputy Senate President of the 10th National Assembly. The nomination was made by Senator Dave Umahi, who presented a commendable citation for Senator Barau. Accepting the nomination, Senator Barau officially became the Deputy Senate President. The Clerk of the Red Chamber called... Read More

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June 13, 2023

Senator Godswill Akpabio Triumphs Over Abdulaziz Yari, Takes Helm as Senate President

In a tumultuous session at the red chamber, Senator Godswill Akpabio has been elected as the President of the 10th Senate. Akpabio, a former governor of Akwa Ibom State and a lawmaker representing Akwa Ibom North West, emerged victorious after securing 63 votes, surpassing his opponent Abdulaziz Yari, the former governor of Zamfara State, who... Read More

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May 30, 2023

I’m Hoping Nigerians Will Pray for Me to Become Senate President Because it’s My Turn – Orji Kalu

Senator Orji Kalu, the Chief Whip of the Senate, remains resolute in his pursuit of the office of the Senate President and has firmly stated that he will not step down for any other candidate. Kalu had previously declared his intention to become the leader of the Senate several months ago, emphasizing his commitment to... Read More

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May 24, 2023

After May 29, Niger Republic will defend me – Buhari; Seun Kuti Released After 8 Days in Police Detention | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss After May 29, Niger Republic will defend me – Buhari President Muhammadu Buhari expressed his belief yesterday that the people of Niger Republic would support him if anyone posed a threat to him after his tenure. He also revealed... Read More

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February 27, 2023

2023 Elections: Atiku wins in Yobe and Gombe, leads with a large margin in Adamawa

Atiku wins Yobe, Home of the Senate President Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, has won the February 25 presidential election in Yobe State. Prof. Umar Pate, the State Returning Officer, said that Atiku received 198,567 votes. Against Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP), Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress... Read More

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February 27, 2023

Ahmad Lawan wins Yobe North Senate seat

Ahmad Lawan, the current President of the Senate, was victorious in the election for the Yobe North Senate seat in Yobe State. According to the official results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday night, incumbent Senate President Ibrahim Lawan defeated Peoples Democratic Party candidate Bello Ilu by a margin of 91,318 to... Read More

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November 20, 2020

2023: Why Nigerian youths must take Senate President Lawan’s challenge as invitation to sweeping reforms

In addition to fighting for an end to police brutality and extra-judicial killings, another critical issue that was prominently discussed during the #EndSARS protest was the high cost of governance with negative implications on socio-economic development. The outrageous salaries of lawmakers, amongst other things, led young Nigerians to call out the government to overhaul the... Read More

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July 4, 2019

The Late 5: Two reportedly dead in Ijegun pipeline explosion; Northern group issues governors 30-day ultimatum on Ruga settlement | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Two reportedly dead in Ijegun pipeline explosion A pipeline explosion in Ijegun, Lagos, has led to the death of two people. Several injured people have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. According to residents, the fire was caused by the activities of pipeline vandals after multiple explosions... Read More

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June 27, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 27th of June

Follow the links to read our latest stories on YNaija: New Senate President Ahmed Lawan says his monthly salary is N745,000, but what about allowances? The Big 5: Court nullifies charge against Gbajabiamila; INEC is the most improved public service institution in Nigeria – Yakubu | Other stop stories The Late 5: Super Eagles beat... Read More

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June 26, 2019

New Senate President Ahmed Lawan says his monthly salary is N745,000, but what about allowances?

Buhari’s second tenure has newly-elected politicians seemingly running with excited steam. Case in point Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, whose regime markedly kicked off with LASTMA imposing new rules and penalty for those who flout traffic laws. Accordingly, the new Senate President Ahmed Lawan, perhaps in a bid to show transparency and lead by example, recently... Read More

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June 12, 2019

The Big 5: Buhari’s govt driving Nigeria towards disaster, instability – Obasanjo; Atiku, PDP seeks permission to inspect INEC’s server | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Buhari’s govt driving Nigeria towards disaster, instability – Obasanjo In a recent interview with Premium Times, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government is driving Nigeria towards “disaster and instability”. He said this at his Ibogun Olaogun ancestral home in... Read More

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June 10, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 10th of June

Follow the links to read all our latest stories: The Big 5: Scores killed as bandits attack five Sokoto villages; Buhari accepts Onnoghen’s resignation, wants five new Supreme Court judges appointed | Other top stories Kemi Adetiba has teased a ‘King of Boys’ sequel because why not

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May 27, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 27th of May

Follow the links to read our latest stories: The Big 5: Minimum wage will be paid from April 18 – Ngige; Four persons critically injured as building collapses in Imo | Other top stories

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May 7, 2019

The Big 5: Police arrest Adeleke over alleged certificate forgery; 31 feared dead in fresh bandit attack in Zamfara | Other top stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: I’ll be the next senate president – Ndume A former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has said he will emerge as the Senate President of the Ninth National Assembly.The senator said this in an interview with journalists in Lagos on Monday. He said he was confident because he... Read More

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March 14, 2019

The Late 5: Nigerian soldiers kill 33 Boko Haram insurgents – MNJTF; INEC presents certificates of return to senators-elect | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Nigerian soldiers kill 33 Boko Haram insurgents – MNJTF The Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) on Insurgency on Thursday said its troops killed 33 Boko Haram insurgents and recovered high calibre ammunitions in the Lake Chad basin. In a statement issued in Maiduguri, Timothy Antigha, Chief Military... Read More

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October 7, 2017

[The Legislative Blog]: Nigeria is going to the World Cup and Bukola Saraki can’t keep calm

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have just beaten their Zambian counterparts to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. Let’s not even lie, all of us can’t keep calm right now but on seeing the Senate President’s reaction to that Alex Iwobi goal, we’ll have to take a seat for him to show off. It’s not... Read More

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September 29, 2017

[The Legislative Blog]: Look who Bukola Saraki spent Friday evening with

It’s TGIF! Literally… Senate President, Bukola Saraki was at the Presidential evening earlier this evening where he attended a special Juma’at service with President Muhammadu Buhari; Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai; Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris and former Vice President, Namadi Sambo (who else is surprised Sambo is hanging out in... Read More

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nationwide Protest Begins Today, August 1

No Further Increase in Petrol Pump Price – Tinubu Assures Nigerians; Wike Pays Visit to APC National Chairman, Fuels Defection Rumors | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

SERAP To Take Legal Action Against Akpabio Over ‘Holiday Allowances’ Remark

Akpabio Under Fire For ‘Holiday Bonus For Senators’ Viral Video

Chef Adeola Begins 150-hour Cook-a-thon to Surpass Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record; Peter Obi Deletes Tweet Addressing Tinubu as “Mr. President” | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

‘Be Patient with Tinubu’s Administration, Look at the Bigger Picture’ – Akpabio Urges Nigerians

‘He Gave Me N200m’ – Wike Reveals Why He Supported Akpabio’s Senate Presidency Bid

Akpabio Tells Wike to Foster New G5 for APC’s 2027 Victory; Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON with Thrilling Victory over Sierra Leone | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Abbas Elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu Emerges Deputy Speaker

Senator Jibrin Barau Emerges as Deputy Senate President of the 10th National Assembly

Senator Godswill Akpabio Triumphs Over Abdulaziz Yari, Takes Helm as Senate President

Federal Lawmakers Prepare to Elect Presiding Officers of 10th National Assembly; President Tinubu Grants Assent to Student Loan Bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

President Tinubu Takes Action: Palliatives and Minimum Wage Review in Response to Fuel Subsidy Removal; Many Young Nigerians Have Lost Faith in the Country, Urgent Action Needed – Femi Gbajabiamila | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

I’m Hoping Nigerians Will Pray for Me to Become Senate President Because it’s My Turn – Orji Kalu

After May 29, Niger Republic will defend me – Buhari; Seun Kuti Released After 8 Days in Police Detention | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

APC nominates Akpabio and Tajudeen for Senate President and Speaker; APC Representatives Reject Tinubu’s Zoning, Plot Upset in Speakership Battle | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria’s Democracy is Maturing, 2023 Elections Taught Valuable Lessons – Buhari; Senate Advances Bill to Regulate and Establish Standards for Christian Practice | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

2023 Elections: Atiku wins in Yobe and Gombe, leads with a large margin in Adamawa

Ahmad Lawan wins Yobe North Senate seat

2023: Why Nigerian youths must take Senate President Lawan’s challenge as invitation to sweeping reforms

The Late 5: Two reportedly dead in Ijegun pipeline explosion; Northern group issues governors 30-day ultimatum on Ruga settlement | Other stories

The YNaija Cover – the 27th of June

New Senate President Ahmed Lawan says his monthly salary is N745,000, but what about allowances?

The Big 5: Buhari’s govt driving Nigeria towards disaster, instability – Obasanjo; Atiku, PDP seeks permission to inspect INEC’s server | Other top stories

The YNaija Cover – the 10th of June

The YNaija Cover – the 27th of May

The Big 5: Police arrest Adeleke over alleged certificate forgery; 31 feared dead in fresh bandit attack in Zamfara | Other top stories

The Late 5: Nigerian soldiers kill 33 Boko Haram insurgents – MNJTF; INEC presents certificates of return to senators-elect | Other stories

[The Legislative Blog]: Nigeria is going to the World Cup and Bukola Saraki can’t keep calm

[The Legislative Blog]: Look who Bukola Saraki spent Friday evening with

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