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NATASHA VS AKPABIO: Senate Passes Vote of confidence in Akpabio’s Leadership
Amid the controversy rocking the Nigerian Senate, the Red Chamber on Thursday passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
This comes after Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele under Orders 40 and 51, moved a motion on the recent controversy surrounding the upper chamber, underscoring the need for clarity, adherence to legislative rules and a renewed focus on governance.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan representing Kogi Central was suspended by the Senate following allegation of sexual harassments against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.
She tagged her suspension as an injustice, reporting the matter to the United Nation’s Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) on Tuesday.
The Senate, however, responded to her complaint to the IPU on Wednesday, telling the international body that Senator Natasha’s suspension has nothing to do with her sexual abuse allegation against Akpbaio, but for gross misconduct and disobedient to Senate rules.
Speaking on the floor of the Senate , Senator Bamidele acknowledged heightened public interest in the matter due to allegations made by a fellow senator.
However, he maintained that at no point between August 2023 and the present was the Senate informed of any sexual harassment claims, adding that the issue at hand was purely about disciplinary measures related to breaches of Senate rules.
According to him, “I want to make it clear that the matter referred to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges had nothing to do with sexual harassment.
The Senate President did not preside over any case related to such allegations. What was addressed was a flagrant disregard for Senate rules and we followed due process as guided by the Constitution”.
He further defended the Senate’s authority to regulate its proceedings, including the decision to suspend a senator, stating that such actions were necessary to maintain order and uphold legislative integrity.
He refuted claims that the Senate acted beyond its constitutional rights, noting that suspension remains the only alternative to anarchy within the chamber.
“It was never an issue before us that any member of us was sexually harassed and we hold on to that point. We need to put the events of the last two weeks and concentrate.
There is work before us and we have done everything possible, ensuring that the electoral reforms and others have legislative expressions.
”Regarding international reactions, he further clarifies that the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) acted within its own rules, and that any statements made by the Senator in question at the IPU meeting were done in a personal capacity, not as a designated delegate representing Nigeria.
“It was never an issue before us that any senator was sexually harassed. We need to move past the events of the last two weeks and focus on our legislative responsibilities.
There is critical work before us, including electoral reforms, economic recovery, and tax reform bills.
“The 7th schedule of the 1999 Constitution is clear, and we all swore by oath that we will make laws for the good of this country. We swore to that oath and ensured everyone abides by that oath”.
The Senate leader also addressed the Civil Society Organizations, noting that Nigeria is making progress but still faces significant challenges.
He urged the public to be objective in their analysis and to reserve their energy for genuine cases of sexual harassment.
“We have heard you, but we need to concentrate in our work, so if we choose to be silent on this matter going forward, know that it is intentional on our part.
Please be objective in your analysis and save energy for those genuine victims of sexual harassment”.
To conclude, the Senate passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, commending the way the matter was handled.
The Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, who presided over Thursday’s plenary session, noted that with the budget which has now passed demands that the legislature focus on its oversight functions.
He reiterated that the matter is now before the courts, and as such, the Senate should allow the legal system to take its course.
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IGP Egbetokun Approves Extension of Tinted Glass Permits Until August 12
Citizens are also encouraged to report all unauthorized or hidden charges as well as extortion in the course of application or biometric capturing to the appropriate Police authorities, including via the dedicated hotline: 09169967000
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved an extension of the grace period for the enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit requirement to the 12th of August, 2025.
This extension comes on the heels of several concerns and feedback expressed by members of the public regarding the reactivation of the digital Tinted Glass Permit application process.
In line with our commitment to delivering transparent, inclusive, and citizen-focused policing, the Force wishes to affirm that it has not ignored the voices of Nigerians.
Rather, these voices have been instrumental in guiding ongoing reviews of the process to ensure it remains user-friendly, secure, and accessible to all.
The extension of enforcement is also intended to give room for additional enhancements and refinements to the application process, ensuring that no member of the public is unduly disadvantaged.
The NPF is actively working to simplify and improve both the physical and contactless application options including enhanced verification mechanisms and streamlined procedures to reduce delays and eliminate undue inconveniences.
Members of the public are reminded that the authorized platform for the application and renewal of the Tinted Glass Permit is accessible via http://www.possap.gov.ng.
Citizens are also encouraged to report all unauthorized or hidden charges as well as extortion in the course of application or biometric capturing to the appropriate Police authorities, including via the dedicated hotline: 09169967000.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to public safety, digital innovation, and continuous improvement in service delivery, and appreciates the cooperation and patience of the Nigerian people as these reforms are carried out.
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Lagos Warns Residents “Don’t Go Out in The Heavy Rain falls”
The State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the forecast gathered from the State’s weather stations for today and the next few days has a geostationary imagery showing thunderstorms and widespread convective rainfall with dense cloud cover.
Lagos State Government on Saturday urged residents of the state especially those living in low-lying areas to be at alert because with the intensity of the rainfall already being experienced, many areas will encounter flash floods.
In a statement signed by the State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the forecast gathered from the State’s weather stations for today and the next few days has a geostationary imagery showing thunderstorms and widespread convective rainfall with dense cloud cover.
He added that what the geostationary imagery means in simple language is that many areas will experience very heavy rainfalls and flash floods which the people have been alerted about earlier in the year.
He said that all areas that are abutting the rivers and lagoons in Lagos are also at risk of experiencing flash floods which may come with high currents.
He cautioned all residents who may not have serious businesses to conduct outside their homes during the rains to tarry and wait till it subsides before they go out to be able to determine the intensity and how to prepare.
He advised parents to watch over their wards and school children many of whom are still on mid -terms holidays so that they do not go outside to play under the rain or swim in the flash floods.
Wahab also reiterated the earlier warning to motorists and pedestrians not to wade through floods as there is the tendency that vehicles may be submerged and people swept away with such heavy floods.
He explained to all residents Lagos being a coastal state, with the heavy rainfalls, the level of water in the lagoon is bound to rise and will result in a tidal lock which will prevent discharge from all collectors.
He warned residents not to engage in disposing their refuse into the drains as the rains fall, warning that there are consequences for such acts and the refuse will end up blocking the drains and causing flash floods.
The Commissioner said all the drains in the state are being cleaned and maintained on a year round basis to be able to contain run off from rainfalls, warning however that whenever more than usual rain falls, all concerted efforts are required to checkmate its effects.
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Lagos Court Convicts Canadian Returnee for Assaults on KAI Official
Speaking in reaction to the conviction, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the State will not tolerate any attack or acts of aggression towards any of its operatives on lawful duty.
A Magistrate court sitting at Bolade, Oshodi on Friday sentenced one 52 years old, Canadian returnee, Mr Morufudeen Idowu to three months imprisonment for crossing the Ojota Expressway, resisting arrest and assaulting a KAI officer in the process.
Mr Morufudeen Idowu, who pleaded guilty when the charge was read to him, was subsequently convicted for the offenses and sentenced.
Speaking in reaction to the conviction, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the State will not tolerate any attack or acts of aggression towards any of its operatives on lawful duty.
He reiterated that all such operatives would be protected with the full force of the law in the discharge of their duties.
Wahab expressed the optimism that the latest conviction will serve as a deterrence to everyone and that social status or standing will not be a determinant in the application of the law.
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