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Ariwoola confirmed as substantive CJN

The Senate later asked the acting CJ to take a bow and leave.

Akwa Ibom assembly declares two seats vacant over lawmakers’ defection

Mr Bassey who declared their seats vacant, explained that the house drew its strength from Section 109 (1) (a-g) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended.

Kalu: No more impeachment threat against Buhari – security has improved

Late July, lawmakers of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) staged a walk out during session at the Nigerian Senate after one of them was prevented from initiating discussions about the worsening state of insecurity in the country at the floor of the red chamber.

Insecurity: PDP senators stage walkout as plot to impeach Buhari fails

The opposition senators had earlier in 2018 called for the impeachment of the President for not seeking the National Assembly’s approval before withdrawing $496 million used for the purchase of aircraft from the United States.

Buhari writes Senate, seeks confirmation of Olukayode as substantive CJN

Mr Ariwoola, who took over from Justice Muhammad Tanko after the later resigned from his position last month over ill health amid corruption allegations, is in acting capacity.

Buhari appoints seven new ministers

The newly appointed ministers are to replace ministers on Mr Buhari’s cabinet who had resigned to contest for other offices.

Senate President Lawan denies defecting to PDP

It was the video clip of the Senate President reading out Senator Aliero's letter that was doctored to give the wrong impression that Lawan has renounced his membership of APC.

INEC accepts Lawan as Yobe North senatorial candidate, shuns Machina

Featuring on Channels TV on Wednesday, he vowed not to step down for Lawan whom the party prefers for the position, hence the letter to the commission. 

Extend CVR exercise by two months, Reps appeal to INEC

The exercise that has seen unprecedented crowd throng INEC registration outlets is scheduled to wind down on June 30.
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