Godswill Akpabio
NigeriapoliticianMaleb. 19625.9Global Dominance: 0.00%Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President of Nigeria, who acknowledged Senator Ned Nwoko's defection during a plenary session, reflecting the growing influence of the APC in Delta State.
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio was mentioned as part of the defendants in the suit filed by the National Democratic Congress.
Court Dismisses NDC Suit on Eligibility RulesNigeria· 2026-08-04
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, is also a Christian.
Why the Quiet Return for 2027Nigeria· 2026-08-02
Senate President Godswill Akpabio assured lawmakers who lost their return tickets that the party leadership was working to address grievances.
INEC Releases 2027 Candidates List: Jonathan, Nwoko, Goje MiNigeria· 2026-08-02
Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President and will serve as a co-chairman of the campaign council.
APC drafts Omisore into campaign councilNigeria· 2026-07-27
Senate President Godswill Akpabio's presence in the APC influenced Umo Eno's decision to defect from the PDP.
Umo Eno Defends PDP-to-APC Defection, Cites Practical NeedsNigeria· 2026-07-26
Senate President Godswill Akpabio, represented by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Mohammed Musa, pledged legislative support.
World Bank Loans Drive Tinubu's Social Spending AgendaNigeria· 2026-07-24
Godswill Akpabio is the President of the Senate and supports the proposed bills.
Senate Pushes Bill for Social Media Offices in NigeriaNigeria· 2026-07-24
Senate President Godswill Akpabio apologised to Oshiomhole, saying he did not intend to offend him with his comment.
Akpabio Apologises to Oshiomhole Over 'Massaging Woman' JibeNigeria· 2026-07-23
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, said the National Assembly could not investigate a matter already before a court of competent jurisdiction.
Atiku, Presidency clash over probeNigeria· 2026-07-16
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has threatened legal action against the contractor responsible for renovating the National Assembly complex over persistent technical faults.
Akpabio Threatens to Sue Contractor Over Faulty N'Assembly MNigeria· 2026-07-16
Senate President Godswill Akpabio was mentioned in relation to the budget allocation controversy.
Tinubu Orders ICPC Probe into Fake Agency ScandalNigeria· 2026-07-08
Senate President Godswill Akpabio was urged by Emmanuella Azu to suspend the nomination of Prof Abayomi Fasina.
Protesters Demand Halt to Fasina's Ambassador ConfirmationNigeria· 2026-07-08
Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President who was defended by lawmakers amid public outrage over the allocation to the PFIPC.
Presidency Under Pressure as Police ArrNigeria· 2026-07-07
Senate President Godswill Akpabio was asked to release documents concerning the controversial budget allocation.
Senate to Address Fake Agency Budget Row as Plenary ResumesNigeria· 2026-07-06
Godswill Akpabio swore in the four new lawmakers in the Senate.
APC tightens Senate grip with 88 seats after by-electionsNigeria· 2026-07-05
The Senate resolved to send a high-level delegation led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio to South Africa to formally express Nigeria’s displeasure.
South African investors pour nearly $1bn into NigeriaNigeria· 2026-07-03
Godswill Akpabio took a swipe at the Peoples Democratic Party, expressing surprise at its continued existence.
"I didn't know PDP still exists," urges Wike to letNigeria· 2026-07-01
Senate President Godswill Akpabio was present when the NIMC Act 2026 was signed.
NIMC Database Helps Arrest Boko Haram, ISWAP CommandersNigeria· 2026-06-27
Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President who endorsed the proposal for manual voting during the constitutional amendment exercise.
State Police Bill Lands in State Assemblies for ApprovalNigeria· 2026-06-25
Godswill Akpabio swore in four newly elected senators following their victories in the recent by-elections.
Akpabio Swears In Four New Senators After By-ElectionsNigeria· 2026-06-24
Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President who appealed to lawmakers to reconsider the decision on allowing governors into the chamber.
Senate Begins Voting on State Police Creation in NigeriaNigeria· 2026-06-24
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced the passage of the legislation after lawmakers overwhelmingly backed the proposal during plenary.
Senate Passes State Police Bill, Empowers GovernorsNigeria· 2026-06-24The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project filed the suit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas.
Senators Not Responsible for Vehicle Procurement, Says SpokeNigeria· 2026-06-24
Senator Godswill Akpabio rallied his colleagues to ensure full attendance as the National Assembly prepares for a consequential constitutional vote.
Senate to Vote Today as Tinubu TransmitsNigeria· 2026-06-24
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, made this known during Tuesday’s plenary.
Tinubu Sends State Police Bill to Senate for AmendmentNigeria· 2026-06-23Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the death of Yaya Tongo during the emergency plenary session.
Senate Adjourns Emergency Plenary Over Rep's DeathNigeria· 2026-06-23
Senate President Godswill Akpabio is suspected by Adams Oshiomhole of being biased.
Oshiomhole, Akpabio Tension Sparks Political DebateNigeria· 2026-06-19Godswill Akpabio is the Senate President who urged senators to formally challenge the amendment on the floor.
N'Assembly May Shift 2027 Presidential Poll Date to Feb 13Nigeria· 2026-02-16
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, is expected to preside over the plenary.
Senate Reconvenes Amid Uproar Over Electoral Act AmendmentNigeria· 2026-02-10
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, denied Akpoti-Uduaghan the opportunity to speak during plenary.
Appeal Court Affirms Natasha Akpoti Suspension by SenateNigeria· 2026-02-09
