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Senate Drama: Akpabio Threatens Oshiomhole, “I Will Take You Out” As Plenary Turns Rowdy.
A heated confrontation broke out during Wednesday’s plenary between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole (Edo North) over what was described as repeated disruptions by the former Edo State governor.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the clash escalated when Akpabio threatened to remove Oshiomhole from the Senate if he failed to adhere to the chamber’s rules. The incident began when Oshiomhole repeatedly raised “Point of Order” while Akpabio was presenting the Votes and Proceedings from the previous sitting, disrupting the flow of the session. The altercation is seen as a continuation of an earlier disagreement between both lawmakers on Tuesday, when Akpabio dismissed Oshiomhole’s call for Nigeria to respond strongly to South Africa over reported xenophobic attacks. Some observers have also linked the growing tension to perceived political positioning ahead of the 2027 Senate presidency race. On Wednesday, the situation intensified at the start of plenary as Oshiomhole continued to interject while drawing attention to amended Senate rules. In response, Akpabio instructed Senator Orji Uzor Kalu to clarify the Senate Standing Rules to his colleague. Kalu described Oshiomhole’s interruptions as “tautological,” but the disruptions continued. Akpabio then issued a stern warning, saying, “If you are a soldier, you behave like a soldier. If you are a police officer, you behave like a police officer. So if you are a senator, you must go by the rules.” He subsequently ruled Oshiomhole out of order, stating, “Senator Oshiomhole, you are ruled out of order.” Despite this, Oshiomhole persisted in speaking from his seat, insisting on being recognised. The Chief Whip, Mohammed Monguno, also stepped in, warning that disciplinary action could be taken. “Senator Oshiomhole, be guided, otherwise I will invoke the powers of the office of the Chief Whip against you,” he cautioned. Akpabio further reinforced the warning, stating, “If you become unruly, I will take you out of the Senate.” Following the tense exchange, Oshiomhole eventually calmed down, allowing plenary proceedings to continue.
Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has stepped down from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and moved to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
She made the announcement in a statement shared on her account on Wednesday, explaining that her decision was tied to her commitment to presidential aspirant Peter Obi.
Yesufu also revealed that she intends to contest for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
She stated that the coming days would be crucial for Nigeria’s political direction, adding that her move was influenced by her belief in Obi’s leadership and vision for a better country.
According to her, her earlier decision to support Obi led her to join the ADC, but she is now continuing that same commitment under the NDC platform.
She emphasized that she always keeps her word, noting that her political journey—from the ADC to the NDC—was driven by her promise of loyalty to Obi’s aspiration.
Yesufu further confirmed that her participation in the NDC goes beyond membership, as she is also entering the race for the FCT senatorial seat under the party’s banner.
She said she had concluded her responsibilities within the ADC and ensured a smooth and orderly transition while appreciating those she worked with.
She expressed gratitude for her experience in the party, describing her roles in various committees as valuable and acknowledging the cooperation and support she received from colleagues.
The Nigerian Senate has approved the appointment of Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
It also confirmed Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The confirmation followed a letter sent by President Bola Tinubu to the Senate on Tuesday, which was read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In the letter, the President requested the screening and confirmation of both nominees in accordance with constitutional provisions. Joseph Tegbe, who hails from Oyo State, is a seasoned fiscal and economic reform expert with more than 35 years of experience spanning both public service and the private sector. He previously served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa, where he led major projects focused on fiscal policy reforms, governance improvements, institutional transformation, and regulatory frameworks. He has also worked extensively with government institutions and private organisations on strategic reforms, investment structuring, and policy development. His nomination comes following the resignation of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, over his repeated movement between political parties, describing the trend as a sign of weak leadership.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Wike made the remarks on Wednesday during his monthly media chat, where he accused Obi of abandoning parties whenever they encounter internal challenges instead of staying to resolve them. According to him, Obi has moved from APGA to the PDP, then to the Labour Party, and later to the ADC, arguing that each switch followed crises within the parties. He also took a swipe at Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, questioning his role as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum. “How can you be the chairman of one member?” Wike asked, referencing internal developments within the forum. Speaking further, Wike said Obi’s political journey reflects a pattern of instability. “Obi was in APGA. He couldn’t build APGA and left eventually. He came to PDP and said one man is dominating everything. He went to the Labour Party, but they had a crisis, and he ran away to ADC. Now, ADC has problems, and he has run from ADC to NDC,” Wike said. He added that Obi’s behaviour shows he is constantly searching for personal convenience rather than building lasting political structures.
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