Politics

Akpabio's Budget Blind Spot: Nigeria's National Assembly in Disarray

In a startling admission, Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio claims he has never seen the National Assembly's budget, despite overseeing the legislative body. This revelation surfaces amidst calls for procurement reform and persistent technical failures within the recently renovated chambers. The incident casts a harsh light on transparency and accountability within Nigeria's political landscape.

InformationNG·July 17, 2026AI-curated

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says he has never seen the national assembly’s budget despite presiding over the upper legislative chamber. Despite billions of naira spent refurbishing the chambers, lawmakers continue to grapple with malfunctioning microphones and faulty electr

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