Senate To Continue Investigation On SGF
On Thursday 15th December 2016, the Senate restated its commitment to investigate Babachir David Lawal, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) over his alleged involvement in awarding contracts of the Presidential Initiative on the North East (PINE) to a company belonging to him. Raising a point of order, Sen. Dino Melaye (APC:Kogi) stated […]
Senate Refuses To Confirm Ibrahim Magu As Efcc Chairman
The Senate on Thursday, 15th December 2016 refused to confirm Ibrahim Magu as the substantive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after an executive session. Speaking on the matter, Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki (APC:Kwara) said the Senate had deliberated on the screening of nominees for the EFCC and decided not to […]
Senate Adjourns For Christmas Break: Recounts Achievements And Swears In 3 Senators
The Senate on Thursday, 15th December 2016 adjourned plenary to January 10th 2017 for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Prior to the adjournment, Senate President, Bukola Saraki (APC:Kwara) used the platform to commend colleagues for their achievements in the past three months, noting that the 11 economic recovery bills highlighted by the Senate to aid […]