President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has condemned the recurring trend of bureaucrats within the National Assembly extending their stay in office beyond their statutory years of service. He urged the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) to act decisively in upholding the rules governing tenure and retirement. Akpabio made these remarks during a courtesy…

In a move signaling a paradigm shift in international cooperation, Nigeria and Switzerland have redefined their relationship with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and economic diversification. During a high-level meeting at the National Assembly, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and a delegation from the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) discussed bold strategies to elevate bilateral ties…

A Federal High Court in Abuja has been asked to restrain President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and others from using the police and the Department of State Services (DSS) to stop officials of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), including its chairman, Justice Danladi Yakubu Umar, from performing their official functions. The police,…

President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio has issued a stern critique of sycophancy among political appointees, accusing some of prioritizing personal gain over national progress. Speaking during an interactive session and retreat organized by the Senate Committee on Appropriation in Abuja as part of deliberations on the N49.7 trillion budget proposal on Thursday Akpabio decried…

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on the citizenry to put aside their differences and work towards the common good of the country. He made the call during the Inter-Denominational Church Service for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations in Abuja on Sunday. Represented by the Deputy Speaker of the House…

Prophet Joshua Iginla of the Champion Royal Assembly has warned Nigerians about a possible medical emergency for President Tinubu. Iginla made these remarks during his 2025 prophecy. He claimed that God gave him a number of revelations, which he shared during his New Year’s message at the cross-over service held in his church in Abuja.…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence in Governor Monday Okpebholo’s ability to lead Edo State to unprecedented growth and development, citing his vision, humility, and alignment with the people’s needs as key factors for success. Speaking during Okpebholo’s visit to his Uyo residence, Akpabio commended the governor’s leadership style and dedication. “Your Excellency, you…

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on Nigerians to use the Christmas season to promote peace, love, and unity

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Nigeria's Senate President, Mr. Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Tajudeen Abbas, to slash the proposed ₦9.4 billion refreshments budget for the presidency. SERAP argued that these excessive allocations should be reduced to address the country’s growing deficit and reliance on…

Senate President, Goodwill Akpabio, has read the riot act to Heads of ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) with the habit of refusing to submit themselves to Legislative oversight on their sectorial allocations. Speaking during the presentation of the 2025 Appropriation Bill by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, he stressed the importance of Ministers and Heads of…

Senate president Godswill Akpabio has warned ministers to respect invitations from the National Assembly anytime they are called upon. The Senate President made this known on Wednesday when President Bola Tinubu presented the 2025 budget estimate of N47.9 tn before the National Assembly. Akpabio said such ministers have no place in the country's democracy, and…

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s groundbreaking tax reform initiatives. Speaking at the presentation of the 2025 Appropriation Bills, Akpabio emphasised that the four key tax reform bills would play a pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria's fiscal structure and driving sustainable economic growth. The tax reforms, which include…