Sumaila earlier defected from the APC in the build-up to the 2023 elections as a result of a protracted leadership crisis in the party. Sen. Suleiman Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano south senatorial district, has officially announced his defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on April 23, 2025, through a statement on his verified Facebook page. In his statement, Sen. Sumaila emphasised that...
One of the incidents cited as proof of Kawu’s disloyalty to NNPP was the presence of top APC officials at his daughter’s wedding and at the commissioning of projects in Sumaila Local Government Area. The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has taken disciplinary action against Senator Kawu Sumaila (Kano south) and three other members, suspending them for alleged anti-party activities and ties with Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The...
Amid the heated debate, Sen. Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central) appeared to concede defeat, breaking into song and sarcastically chanting, “Carry am go, carry am go!” The Senate has officially announced the defection of Sen. Ned Nwoko (Delta north) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following his recent resignation from the opposition party. His defection letter was read on the Senate floor by President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill...
With Senator Onyewuchi’s defection, the number of APC senators has risen to 61, leaving the LP with 6 members, PDP 37, NNPP and SDP 2 members each and APGA 1. Senator Ezenwa Onyewuchi (LP, Imo East) has dumped the Labour Party and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection of the lawmaker was announced by the Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central) during Tuesday’s plenary. Following this announcement, a letter...
The controversial Senator is now faced with a decision to either resign from the APC or face a possible suspension from the party. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has removed Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) from the position of senate chief whip. The party also directed Ndume’s replacement with Senator Tahir Monguno (APC, Borno North), a move that was complied with by senators of the ruling party on Wednesday during plenary. The...
Senator Ibrahim says it is in commemoration of the first anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s incredible performance in office. Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South) has withdrawn his suit filed against the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa due to the intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Senator Ibrahim disclosed this while speaking to journalists of the National Assembly on Tuesday. According to him, it is in commemoration...
Jimoh Ibrahim claims he was not opportuned to vote and will approach the court to delist APC from participating in the November gubernatorial election in Ondo State. Controversial ex-while businessman and senator, Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South) has condemned the primary election conducted by the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday, 20th April, 2024 and described it as a mega fraud. Senator Ibrahim, who came fourth in the election, made this claim while speaking to...
From the first lady of Benue state to the House of Representatives, Regina Akume comes to parliament with the experience of enjoying perks and privileges. Will her background spur her to deliver service effectively or hamper her? Rep. Regina Akume is the wife of Sen. George Akume, the former governor of Benue State and the incumbent Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). Over the years, she has proved to be a powerful anchor...
In the 10th Senate so far, it is rare to have a plenary session where Oshiomhole does not make a significant contribution. As a norm, the Senate exercises legislative authority in representation, making laws and carrying out oversight and some senators are notably making concerted efforts to close up the gaps left by their predecessors. Presently, public confidence in legislators is very low and with the rate of increasing interest in the legislature, political observers...
Contributions of opposition members during the 2024 budget debate suggest that the role expected of them by their parties may be evaporating even before things start to get hot Barely 24 hours after the President, Bola Tinubu, presented the 2024 budget, the House of Representatives commenced debate on its general principles. The lawmakers say this was to hasten the assessment and approval of the appropriation bill. OrderPaper observed the submissions of the lawmakers between Thursday...
