Presidency reacts to alleged plans to impeach Akpabio as Senate President

By Seyi Babalola

The presidency has dismissed reports of a planned move to impeach the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.

Senator Basheer Lado, President Bola Tinubu’s Adviser on National Assembly Matters (Senate), stated that such claims should be dismissed since the Executive and Legislature have a healthy relationship.

In a statement, Lado disclosed that Tinubu is dedicated to working with the legislative branch of government.

He shared that the senate will continue to operate freely and without interruption, and that the security presence at the National Assembly compound is for the normal safety and protection of senators and employees.

“The attention of this office has been drawn to online reports that security agents have been deployed to prevent senators from carrying out their legislative duties, specifically in relation to an alleged impeachment of the Senate President.

“I wish to categorically state that these reports are baseless and should be disregarded as there is no discord within the rank and file of the senators.

“The legislative body remains united in its commitment to the advancement of Nigeria’s democracy.

“The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in line with his dedication to a harmonious working relationship among the senators, recognises the critical role of the senate in driving legislative progress.

“His Excellency remains committed to ensuring that this collaboration is based on mutual respect, dialogue, and shared goals for peace, progress and prosperity of all Nigerians.

“I therefore urge the public to disregard such unfounded publications which could undermine the integrity of the legislature.”