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Electoral Act Amendment: The Clause That Still Lets INEC Decide When Results Appear

Nigeria’s Senate passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 but rejected a proposal to make real-time electronic transmission of election results mandatory. By retaining INEC’s discretion over how and when results are uploaded, lawmakers have reopened long-standing concerns over transparency, public trust and the true point at which elections are decided, as preparations for 2027 quietly accelerate

Senate Confirms Bernard Doro as Minister of the Federal Republic

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The Senate has confirmed Plateau-born technocrat Dr Bernard Doro as minister, following a swift screening marked by bipartisan approval. Lawmakers praised his record in clinical and pharmaceutical management as Doro pledged to run a transparent, inclusive humanitarian ministry aimed at fairness and accountability in public service. He becomes the third minister from Plateau State.

Natasha to Submit Apology Letter as Senate Softens Stance After Court Ruling

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan prepares formal apology to fulfill court order after contempt ruling. Senate says her reinstatement is under review.

Emergency Rule Tension Rises as NASS Warns State Assemblies Over Power Abuse

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NASS raises alarm over misuse of legislative powers in Benue and Zamfara, warns that political instability could trigger emergency rule scenarios.

Senate Approves Tinubu’s Request to Sack Abia, Adamawa, Sokoto RECs

IDNNFeb 5, 20250

‎President’s move to terminate appointments of suspended RECs over gross misconduct gets green light.* The Senate has granted President Bola Tinubu’s request to sack the...