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Senate Demands Transparency from NNPC Auditors Regarding ₦210tn Discrepancy
The Senate Public Accounts Committee has ordered NNPC Ltd.’s external auditors to justify ₦210 trillion in unexplained financial entries within one week, dismissing claims of client confidentiality.
Senate Issues Warning to MDAs Over Ignoring Legislative Summons
The Senate Committee on Finance has warned government agencies of impending sanctions for ignoring summons, specifically ordering the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority to reconcile its financial records within two weeks.
Senate Demands Immediate Troop Deployment to Benue Following Deadly Bandit Raids
The Senate has mandated an immediate security surge in Benue State following bandit attacks that left 20 dead, while Senator Abba Moro warns that reactive relief efforts are failing to protect vulnerable citizens.
Akpabio threatens legal action against National Assembly contractor over microphone failures
Senate President Godswill Akpabio is threatening legal action against the National Assembly renovation contractor due to recurring audio and technical failures.
Senator Ningi Calls for Public Parade and Prosecution of Oyo Kidnapping Suspects
Senator Abdul Ningi has pressed the Nigerian government to publicly parade and prosecute those responsible for the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State.
Senator Ningi Calls for Public Display and Prosecution of Oyo Kidnap Suspects
Senator Abdul Ningi is demanding the public parade and swift trial of suspects linked to the kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State to ensure justice and restore public trust.
Senate Rejects New Bid to Investigate PFIPC Impersonation Scandal
The Senate has refused a second attempt to initiate an independent investigation into Adeniyi Adeyemi, an individual accused of impersonating a high-ranking government official, due to active court proceedings and an ongoing executive-led inquiry.
Senate committee highlights NCDC funding issues while praising leadership
The Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission has criticized funding delays while commending the organization's leadership for their progress in establishing institutional structures.
Senate Authorizes N50 Million Relief Fund for Families of Slain Oyo Rescue Victims
The Nigerian Senate has approved N50 million in compensation for the families of two teachers and three soldiers killed during the Oriire, Oyo State kidnapping and rescue mission.
Senate grants ₦50 million to relatives of security staff and teachers lost in Oyo rescue
The Nigerian Senate has approved a ₦50 million donation to support the families of three security personnel and two teachers who died during the rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren.