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Special Seat Is Democratic: NASS Urged to Pass Bill

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

By Austin Aigbe FSMGender Rights Advocate In the aftermath of Nigeria’s 2019 general elections, I sat with a heavy heart and a clear conclusion: affirmative action legislation is essential to address the stark underrepresentation of women in Nigeria’s political leadership. Despite women making

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Concerned Professionals in National Assembly Laud Akpabio Over Cancellation of NASC Appointments

Daily Dispatch February 2, 2026

The Concerned Professionals in the National Assembly have commended Senate President Godswill Akpabio for ordering the cancellation of recent appointments made by the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC). According to the group, the appointments failed to follow due process, particularly in terms of competence, seniority and adherence to established legal procedures

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Finishing Strong: Behold the Hour Cometh…

Daily Dispatch January 30, 2026

By Rt Hon Eseme Eyiboh, mnipr There are moments in a nation’s life when institutions are reminded—quietly but unmistakably—that time does not negotiate with comfort. Nigeria’s Senate, returning from the conviviality of Christmas recess and New Year reflection to the discipline of plenary, has arrived at such a moment. The period of acclimatization has passed. […]

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Tinubu, most Christian-friendly President of Nigeria- Akpabio declares

Daily Dispatch January 27, 2026

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has described the Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration as the most Christian friendly government since the creation of Nigeria. Akpabio stated this in his goodwill message at the reception rally to formally receive Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Jos Polo ground on […]

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Akpabio, Gov. Eno welcome former PDP Legal Adviser Emmanuel Enoidem to APC

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, alongside Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Friday formally received former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Emmanuel Enoidem, into the All Progressives Congress (APC). The reception took place at a political rally in Utu Etim Ekpo, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area of […]

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2027: Akwa Ibom Traditional Rulers Endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno For Reelection

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

Traditional Rulers in Akwa Ibom State have pledged their support for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Traditional Rulers comprising Paramount Rulers, Clan, Village and Family Heads and their spouses drawn from Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District made the declaration at […]