At the heart of the Nigerian Senate Assembly, a major resolution was passed, showing unwavering support for the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. This decision follows the emergence of a rumour of a possible impeachment move targeting Senator Akpabio.
It was during a point of order raised by Senator Yahaya Abdullahi, representing the PDP for the Kebbi North region, that the issue was taken up in the upper chamber. Referring to Rules 10 and 42 of the Senate Rules of Procedure, Senator Abdullahi expressed his outrage at the allegations in the media. He insisted that no impeachment move was being planned by senators from the northern region of the country against the leadership embodied by Akpabio.
In the interest of unity and cohesion, Senator Abdullahi called on all members to stand together behind the authority of the Senate to counter any attempt at regional division or any action that threatens the current harmony. He strongly condemned any form of separatism and called for solidarity to preserve the integrity of the Senate institution.
Seconding this statement, Senator Abdul Ningi, representing the PDP for the Bauchi Central region, stressed the importance of publicly supporting the Senate President and the entire National Assembly. He proposed that this mark of confidence in the current leadership be strengthened to ensure stability and effectiveness of the actions undertaken.
In response to these marks of commitment and loyalty, Senator Akpabio expressed his gratitude to his colleagues as well as the entire chamber. He reaffirmed his determination to maintain unity and cohesion within the Senate, stressing that no external force could break this unbreakable bond. He promised to demonstrate dedication and competence to justify the confidence reposed in him.
This unanimous resolution of confidence expressed in the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, is a testament to the solidarity and unity that animates the members of the Senate Assembly. It reinforces the will to progress together and to make the collective interest prevail in the service of democracy and the nation.
Ultimately, it is through this demonstration of support and loyalty that the strength and legitimacy of a democratic institution is built, ready to face the challenges of the present and to chart the course for a common and prosperous future.