Senator Natasha clashes with committee chairman over Ajaokuta MoUs

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the PDP from Kogi Central engaged in a heated exchange with the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Mines and on Wednesday.

On Wednesday, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), had a verbal confrontation with the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Mines and. The clash centered on issues related to Ajaokuta and memoranda of understanding (MoUs). This incident highlights ongoing tensions within the Nigerian Senate regarding oversight of mining and steel sector matters. The event occurred during a committee session, though specific details of the exchange remain limited in available reports. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's involvement underscores her active role in legislative debates on national infrastructure projects like the Ajaokuta Steel Company.

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PDP Chairman Tanimu Turaki and delegation visit former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his Abeokuta residence for political discussions.
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The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has upheld the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, ruling that the Nigerian Senate acted within its constitutional powers.

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The Nigerian Senate has warned of sanctions against oil companies accused of ignoring provisions for host communities under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). This development highlights ongoing tensions in the oil sector regarding compliance with community development laws. Lawmakers aim to enforce accountability in the industry.

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The All Progressives Congress has inaugurated a committee led by Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari for its 2026 national convention. The party also mocked a coalition in the process.

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