National Assembly To Pass PIB This Year, Says Lawan         Senate President Ahmad Lawan, has said the lawmakers will pass the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) this year, noting that it’s a promise to Nigerians. Lawan who spoke on Monday at a two-day public hearing on the PIB...

Whistle-Blower: President Buhari Reinstates Maryam Danna after four Years of Wrongful Retirement President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the immediate reinstatement of Mrs Maryam Danna who was illegally retired in 2016 by the Federal Government. In a letter of reinstatement signed by the Secretary to the Government...

Some MDAs, Banks Colluding To Divert Funds, Alleges Lawan         President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has accused some banks of conniving with certain categories workers in government agencies to divert public funds to private pockets. He has therefore tasked the anti-corruption agencies to focus more on...

Buhari Seeks Approval For Revised FCT’s 2020 Budget       President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday requested the Senate to consider and approve the revised 2020 budget of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The President’s letter was read on the floor of the upper chamber by Senate President, Ahmad Lawan,...

Senate Confirms Dahir-Umar As PenCom DG Amidst Protests         The Senate on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Aisha Dahir-Umar as the substantive Director General of the National Pension Commission Board amidst protests from some senators. The chamber also confirmed the appointment of Dr Oyindasola Oluremi Oni, from...

Senate Seeks Reduction In Borrowing       The Senate on Wednesday said the country should seek alternative sources of funding the budget in order to reduce borrowing. The upper chamber said although borrowing is not entirely bad, the country must seek ways and means to develop alternative funding...