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November 23, 2023 Senate Asks Wike To Revisit CCTV Project In Abuja
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Senate Asks Wike To Revisit CCTV Project In Abuja

The Senate has urged the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, to reexamine the Abuja closed-circuit television (CCTV) project, which faced a setback when a N500 million contract for installing cameras within and outside the Federal Capital Territory did not materialize.

This decision follows a motion presented by Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, who raised concerns about the increasing incidence of kidnappings in the FCT. Senator Nwoko specifically highlighted the recent abduction of his senior legislative aide, Chris Agidy, and 18 others from their residences in the Galadimawa area of Abuja.

According to Senator Nwoko, reliable police sources have confirmed that out of the 19 individuals abducted, 12 have tragically lost their lives, while seven remain in the custody of the kidnappers. In response to this alarming situation, the Senate has called for a collaborative operation involving the Army to intensify search efforts for the kidnapped victims.

Furthermore, the Senate has directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to oversee the implementation of CCTV installation in and around the FCT. This measure aims to enhance security and deter future kidnappings, reflecting the Senate's commitment to addressing the pressing issue of insecurity within the nation's capital.

November 17, 2023 Senate Summons Military, Customs, Others Over Insecurity
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Senate Summons Military, Customs, Others Over Insecurity

Senate has summoned the military and other security agencies over the rising insecurity challenges in the country.

The Red Chamber further resolved to invite the Service Chiefs to brief it in a closed session on steps being taken to mitigate rising insecurity in the country.

Senate resolutions were sequel to its consideration and adoption of a motion moved by Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua at plenary.

According to Yar’adua, the contemporary security landscape in Nigeria poses unprecedented challenges that outstrip the protective capabilities of any security agency alone.

The Senate also commended the security forces and agencies in Nigeria for the ongoing efforts made to fight all forms of insecurity in the country.

 

 

 

November 3, 2023 Senate Swears In Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan As Kogi Central Senator
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Senate Swears In Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan As Kogi Central Senator

The Senate has sworn in Senator-elect for Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as a member of the 10th Senate.

This followed her presentation with Certificate of Return by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as the duly elected Senator for Kogi Central.

Akpoti-Uduaghan, who is elected on the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), becomes the first female Senator from Kogi State.

The oath of office was administered on Natasha during plenary.

Earlier on Tuesday, the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, upheld Akpoti-Uduaghan as the duly elected candidate in the Kogi Central Senatorial Election held earlier in February and dismissed the appeal filed by Abubakar Ohere of the APC for lacking in merit.

In September, the Kogi State Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Lokoja had nullified the victory of Ohere as the winner of the Kogi Central Senatorial Election and declared Akpoti-Uduaghan as the actual winner of the February senatorial poll.

November 1, 2023 Senate Begins Screening Of INEC RECs
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Senate Begins Screening Of INEC RECs

The Nigerian Senate has initiated screening for the recently nominated Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). These newly appointed RECs oversee electoral activities in their respective states.

The list of newly appointed RECs includes:

  1. Etekamba Umoren (Akwa Ibom)
  2. Isah Shaka Ehimeakne (Edo)
  3. Oluwatoyin Babalola (Ekiti)
  4. Abubakar Ahmed Ma’aji (Gombe)
  5. Shehu Wahab (Kwara)
  6. Prof. Mohammed Yelwa (Niger)
  7. Anugbum Onuoha (Rivers)
  8. Isma’ila Kaura Moyi (Zamfara)
  9. Bunmi Omoseyindemi (Lagos)
  10. Aminu Kasimu Idris (Nasarawa)

President Bola Tinubu formally requested the Senate's screening and confirmation of these ten new Resident Electoral Commissioners, who are intended to serve a five-year term. During a plenary session on Tuesday, the President's request was communicated in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.

These appointments mark a significant step in ensuring the efficient and impartial conduct of electoral processes in the respective states. The Senate's thorough screening process is integral to maintaining the credibility and integrity of the Independent National Electoral Commission as it carries out its vital role in Nigeria's democratic processes.

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