‘Sensitive bills are being passed without senator’s notice, it’s not good for Nigeria and history will judge you — Northern Senators attack Akpabio
"You are just passing bills without prior notification, even money bills, you just pass without anyone’s contribution, and within 2 hours, this is not good for Nigeria, and history will judge you."
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‘Sensitive bills are being passed without senator’s notice, it’s not good for Nigeria and history will judge you — Northern Senators attack Akpabio
In a growing chorus of dissent, Senators hailing from the northern region of the country have voiced their discontent with the expeditious passage of sensitive bills in the Senate, all while bypassing the senators’ awareness and input.
This outcry against Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s management of the 10th Senate reached a crescendo as one northern Senator lamented the alarming pace at which critical legislation is being pushed through the legislative chamber.
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In his stark critique, the Senator emphasized;
“You are just passing bills without prior notification, even money bills, you just pass without anyone’s contribution, and within 2 hours, this is not good for Nigeria, and history will judge you.”
"You are passing a bill without prior notice, even money bills, you just pass without anyone's contribution and within 2 hours. This is not good for Nigeria and history will judge you"-Senator Akume tells Akpabio yesterday.
Senators have accused Akpabio of passing bills without… pic.twitter.com/mlv7YCS11k
— (Comr) Dearest Jessica💮 (@awomanofvoice) October 13, 2023
The Senators argue that the hasty passage of sensitive bills without adequate deliberation or consultation undermines the democratic process and stifles the voice of elected representatives.
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Furthermore, they express concern that this practice could have far-reaching consequences for the nation’s governance and its citizens.
The concerned northern Senators are calling for a reevaluation of the Senate’s procedures, emphasizing the importance of transparency, collaboration, and informed decision-making in shaping the nation’s future.
As the debate intensifies within the Senate chambers, all eyes remain fixed on how Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the legislative body will address these pressing concerns and steer the Senate in a direction that safeguards the principles of democracy and accountability.
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