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Senate Approves Legislation to Rename NAICOM to Insurance Regulatory Commission
The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill to rename NAICOM as the Insurance Regulatory Commission, aiming to modernize industry oversight and grant the agency greater autonomy.
Ned Nwoko plans to contest court decision regarding Ifeanyi Okowa’s Senate bid
Senator Ned Nwoko is set to appeal a Federal High Court ruling that rejected his challenge against Ifeanyi Okowa's senatorial candidacy, citing a need for the case to be heard on its merits.
Senate Demands End to Controversial Rehabilitation Policy for Insurgents
The Nigerian Senate is calling for the termination of Operation Safe Corridor, arguing that rehabilitating Boko Haram insurgents without prosecution compromises national security and ignores the rights of victims.
Senate Actions: A Mixed Bag of Compassion and Controversy
While the Nigerian Senate deserves recognition for its financial support of fallen security heroes, its recent confirmation of a controversial ambassadorial nominee highlights significant flaws in the legislative vetting process.
Akpabio and Oshiomhole Differ on Ambassadorial Confirmation for Fasina
Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole debated the suitability of confirming Professor Abayomi Fasina as an ambassador due to pending sexual harassment allegations.
Senate President Akpabio Admits Lack of Oversight on National Assembly Budget
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has acknowledged he has never seen the National Assembly's budget, leading the Senate to drop a motion for a new procurement board until greater financial transparency is achieved.
Senate Approves Stricter Penalties for Traffic Offenses and Commercial Vehicle Disturbances
The Senate has passed an amendment to the FRSC Act, imposing a N50,000 fine for hawking or preaching in commercial vehicles and significantly increasing penalties for speeding, DUI, and traffic violations.
Akpabio Jokes with Oshiomhole Regarding Controversial Private Jet Footage
Senate President Godswill Akpabio jokingly referenced a viral video involving Senator Adams Oshiomhole during a plenary session, noting that lawmakers initially suspected the footage was AI-generated.
Akpabio Teases Oshiomhole Regarding Viral Private Jet Footage
Senate President Godswill Akpabio jokingly addressed the viral video of Senator Adams Oshiomhole, stating that the Senate originally disregarded the footage as AI-generated.
Senate confirms Professor Abayomi Fasina as ambassador despite opposition
Despite protests and opposition from some lawmakers regarding pending legal allegations, the Senate has officially confirmed Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as a non-career ambassador.