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In a landmark decision, the Nigerian Senate has approved a bill to increase the salaries of federal and state judicial officers by 300 percent. This significant pay raise was endorsed by the Senate on Wednesday, following the report presented by the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, and Legal Matters, chaired by Senator Mohammed Tahir…
In a decisive move aimed at combatting the menace of drug trafficking, the Nigerian Senate has passed a bill that imposes the death penalty on individuals found guilty of trafficking hard drugs and other substances. The ruling, which came during a plenary session on Thursday, signifies a significant escalation in the country’s efforts to curb…
Following a two-week recess for Easter and Sallah celebrations, the Nigerian Senate reconvened for plenary, only to be met with a tumultuous session marked by a heated dispute among three senators over seating arrangements in the recently refurbished Hallowed Chamber. The atmosphere initially buzzed with excitement as senators gathered in the newly renovated chamber for…
In a significant legislative move, the Nigerian Senate has passed the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024. This milestone follows rigorous consideration by the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND, chaired by Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC – Katsina South). The bill, transmitted to the National Assembly by President…
The Nigerian Senate has taken a bold step by suspending former Senate Deputy Leader and Northern Senators Forum Chairman Senator Abdul Ningi for three months. The suspension, issued at a session at the Senate’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, followed Ningi’s complaints about budget padding and anomalies in the 2024 Appropriation Act. According to the Customs…
In response to the escalating security challenges in Nigeria, Senator Ned Nwoko has revealed the specifics of his proposed bill advocating for the ownership of firearms by civilians. The bill, designed to address the prevailing insecurity, outlines rigorous criteria and checks for individuals seeking to bear arms. During an interview on Arise TV’s Morning Show,…
The Nigerian Senate has put forth a bill aimed at compelling parents to ensure their children receive primary and secondary school education. The proposed legislation suggests a fine of N50,000 for parents who do not adhere to this requirement, as well as the provision of free meals for all school children in the country. The…
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, and Senator Ogoshi Onawo, representing Nasarawa State, have criticized Senate President Godswill Akpabio for allegedly pushing through the passage of executive bills without the involvement and input of other members of the Senate. Senator Onawo expressed concerns about the speed at which “very sensitive bills” were being…
The Nigerian Senate has taken a significant step by launching a comprehensive investigation into the illicit activities of organized groups and security forces involved in crude oil theft in the country. The decision comes as a response to a motion presented during a recent plenary session by Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North under the…
The Nigerian Senate has taken a significant step in addressing the surging security challenges plaguing the nation. In response to mounting concerns over the worsening security situation, the Senate has summoned top military and security agencies for a comprehensive briefing. This development came to pass following a motion titled “Kidnapping of University Students in Federal…