By George Ozalla President of the Senate, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, has approved the appointment of Dr. Anietie John Ukpe as Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) in the Office of the President of the Senate, with effect from November 1, 2025. According to a press statement signed by the Directorate of […]
Senate Screens Idris Olorunnimbe for NCC Board Chairmanship
By George Ozalla The Senate Committee on Communications yesterday screened Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe, President Bola Tinubu’s nominee for the position of Chairman, Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), alongside other board nominees. The screening, which took place at the National Assembly complex, witnessed the presence of key stakeholders in the telecommunications sector and members […]
Stakeholders Demand Armed Powers for Sergeant-at-Arms At NASS
By George Ozalla A heated public hearing on the proposed Bill for an Act to Establish the Legislative Security Directorate of the National Assembly (HB 1632) held yesterday at the National Assembly Complex turned into a rallying call for stronger internal security and statutory powers for the Sergeant-at-Arms, following growing concerns over infiltration, theft, and […]
Senate Committee Moves to Review PIA Over Mounting Stakeholders’ Complaints
By George Ozalla The Senate Committee on Downstream Petroleum has yesterday moved to initiate a formal review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) in response to mounting concerns raised by industry stakeholders, community groups and regulatory observers. The decision was taken during a meeting held at the National Assembly in Abuja, where committee members voiced […]
Sylva Reportedly Flees Nigeria Amid Coup Plot Allegations
By George Ozalla There have been widespread reports across various media platforms alleging an attempted coup d’état plot against the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. While the Federal Government has not issued a categorical or point-blank statement confirming or denying the existence of such a plot, official sources have indicated that certain military personnel […]
