2 h. ago Senate asks NNPCL to account for missing N210trn within one week

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has given the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) one week to account for unexplained discrepancies totaling over N210 trillion in its audited financial statements for the years 2017 to 2023. The ultimatum followed a probing session by the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, which uncovered serious inconsistencies in […] The post Senate asks NNPCL to account for missing N210trn within one week appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Audit Reports: Senate Gives NNPCL 1 Week To Account For ‘Missing’ ₦210trn

The Senate, on Wednesday, issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a detailed explanation for alleged discrepancies amounting to over ₦210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the years 2017 to 2023. The directive was issued by the Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC) following a grilling session […]

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31 h. ago National Assembly Forwards Tax Reform Bills To Tinubu For Final Approval

The National Assembly has officially transmitted the long-anticipated tax reform bills to President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed the development during a press briefing at the National Assembly in Abuja. He noted that the harmonisation between the Senate and […] The post National Assembly Forwards Tax Reform Bills To Tinubu For Final Approval appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has raised concerns over the appointment of Dr Michael Ekpai Odey, who hails from Akwa Ibom State, to head the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). The Ad-hoc Senate Committee on Emergency Rule in Rivers State questioned the rationale behind the selection process for such a sensitive institution yesterday […] The post Senate queries appointment of Akwa Ibom indigene to head Rivers Electoral Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Senate Confident South West Dev’t Commission Will Bridge Infrastructure Deficits

The Senate on Tuesday affirmed that the South West Development Commission (SWDC) will not only thrive, but also make a significant difference by bridging infrastructural deficits and accelerating overall development in the South West region. Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South West Development, Senator Yunus Akintunde (APC, Oyo Central), gave the assurance during […]

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40 h. ago Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated two committees aimed at tackling pressing issues of security and land disputes in Edo State.  The committee’s, Livestock Control Committee and the Boundary Committee, show the Governor’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and development across the State. He inaugurated the Livestock Control Committee […] The post Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Siege of underdevelopment, marginalisation now over in Ogun West –Yayi

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has said years of siege of underdevelopment and marginalisation in the senatorial district were over, through the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu and his qualitative representation at the national assembly. Adeola, chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, […] The post Siege of underdevelopment, marginalisation now over in Ogun West –Yayi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Kalu celebrates SEDC MD, Okoye on birthday, lauds his dedication to S’East dev’t

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Former Abia State Governor and Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Orji Uzor Kalu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Managing Director of the Commission, Mark Okoye Jnr. In a goodwill message on his official social media platform yesterday, Senator Kalu described Okoye as a […] The post Kalu celebrates SEDC MD, Okoye on birthday, lauds his dedication to S’East dev’t appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Implementation of 2024 Appropriation Act on course till June 30 – Sen Adeola

Tribune Online Implementation of 2024 Appropriation Act on course till June 30 – Sen Adeola Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has assured Nigerians that the 2024 Budget Implementation is on course, reaffirming the government's commitment Implementation of 2024 Appropriation Act on course till June 30 – Sen Adeola Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push

Tribune Online Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push The Senate Committee on Marine Transport recently held a public hearing on the proposed establishment of a Nigeria Coast Guard as a significant step toward strengthening and enforcing maritime laws within Nigeria’s maritime domain. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI examines the pros and cons of the bill. The United States popularised the use of the […] Nigeria may duplicate functions, roles amid coast guard push Tribune Online

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1 week ago Edo South Senator Imasuen Speaks On Planned Defection To APC, Achievements

The chairman, Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, Senator Neda Imasuen, on Sunday, said his decision to join forces with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was designed to strategically align Edo South with Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu. Imasuen, who is billed to be received into the APC on Thursday this […]

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1 week ago Senate committee hails Tinubu’s drive for local capacity development in oil and gas, applauds NCDMB’s progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Senate Committee on Local Content has lauded the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) for its robust efforts to enhance local participation in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. This commendation was delivered by the Chairman of the committee, Senator Joel Thomas, […] The post Senate committee hails Tinubu’s drive for local capacity development in oil and gas, applauds NCDMB’s progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate Committee Backs NCDMB On Indigenous Control Of Oil Sector

The Senate Committee on Local Content has commended the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) for its efforts in promoting local participation in the country’s oil and gas industry. Vice chairman of the Senate Committee and Senator representing Delta Central, Chief Ede Dafinone, made the commendation at the end of the first day of […]

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1 week ago Senate committee hails NCDMB over progress on local content, industrial park

Tribune Online Senate committee hails NCDMB over progress on local content, industrial park During the visit, members of the committee undertook a tour of the board’s flagship project of the nearly completed Nigerian Oil and Gas Park Scheme (NOGaPS) located at Emeyal 1 in Ogbia Local Government Area. Senate committee hails NCDMB over progress on local content, industrial park Tribune Online

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1 week ago Senate orders immediate suspension of procurement for agencies ignoring invitation

The Senate Committee on Public Procurement has ordered the immediate suspension of procurement processes for government agencies that have failed read more Senate orders immediate suspension of procurement for agencies ignoring invitation

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1 week ago COAS backs early voting bill for military, security personnel

Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen Olufemi Oluyede, has declared his support for the early voting bill introduced by the Senate for military and security personnel deployed during elections. Oluyede expressed the support of the army for the bill at a meeting with the Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Abdulaziz Yar’Adua (APC-Katsina) in Abuja yesterday. […] The post COAS backs early voting bill for military, security personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger North Senator Donates ₦50m To Support Mokwa Flood Victims

The Senator representing Niger North and Chairman of Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, Abubakar Sani Bello has donated the sum of N50million in aid of the devastating flood that ravaged Mokwa, Niger State. The donation was announced on behalf of the Senator Bello by a high-level delegation to express his condolences to the people of […]

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2 w. ago “Senate not rubber stamp”, says Senator Orji Kalu, cites Tax Bill deliberations

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, a former Governor of Abia State, former Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, and current Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), has firmly rejected claims that the Nigerian Senate operates as a rubber stamp for the executive arm of government. Speaking during […] The post “Senate not rubber stamp”, says Senator Orji Kalu, cites Tax Bill deliberations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senate Committee on Army hails troops for killing top Boko Haram leader

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate Committee on Army has commended troops of Operation Hadin Kai for their recent successful counter-terrorism operation in Kukawa, Borno State, which led to the killing of a top Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Amir Abu Fatima, and his lieutenants. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Chairman of the Committee, Abdulaziz […] The post Senate Committee on Army hails troops for killing top Boko Haram leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger East Senator Donates ₦50m, Truckloads Of Food To Mokwa Flood Victims

The Senator representing Niger East Senatorial District of Niger State and chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Mohammed Sani Musa, has donated ₦50 million and several truckloads of essential food items to victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State. The Senator made the donations as part of his efforts to support […]

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