Senate President Akpabio Declares Three Senate Seats Vacant, Orders By-Elections

Three senate seats vacant. The Senate president directed the INEC to conduct by-elections within the stipulated constitutional timeframe.

Mr Akpabio made the announcement during Tuesday’s plenary, describing the development as a tragic loss to the legislature.

“These unfortunate events necessitate midterm elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to fill the affected seats,” he said.

He cited provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, as amended, in declaring the vacancies.

Mr Akpabio said, “Enugu State—Enugu North Senatorial District is hereby declared vacant. Nasarawa State—Nasarawa North Senatorial District is hereby declared vacant. Rivers—Rivers South East Senatorial District is hereby declared vacant.”

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The Senate president directed the INEC to conduct by-elections within the stipulated constitutional timeframe.

“The timeframe is approximately 30 days from the date of this declaration. May the souls of our departed colleagues rest in perfect peace,” he prayed.

Meanwhile, the Senate adjourned plenary until April 21 for the Easter break.

EFCC Arrests Suspects, Uncovers Alleged Employment Scam Syndicate In Ilorin

The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC has arrested one Bolaji Kazeem Akinwunmi, popularly known as “Bolaji Original,” for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting job seekers of the sum of ₦2,921,700 (Two Million, Nine Hundred and Twenty-One Thousand, Seven Hundred Naira Only).

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Akinwunmi was arrested alongside his accomplice and former lover, Kemisola Mary Akinbo. Investigations revealed that Akinwunmi, at different times, posed as an officer of the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Immigration Service, falsely claiming he had access to employment slots for interested applicants.

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IGP Disu Visits The Director-General Of The DSS

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) at the DSS Headquarters in Abuja yesterday. The meeting underscored the enduring partnership between the Nigeria Police Force and the DSS in safeguarding national security.

In his remarks, the IGP described the DSS as an indispensable yet often unseen partner, noting that no major operation can be successfully executed without their involvement. He emphasized the importance of a symbiotic relationship between both agencies, highlighting shared priorities such as election security, counter-terrorism, VIP protection, combating cybercrime and economic sabotage, as well as intelligence sharing.

The IGP appealed for joint training initiatives to further strengthen operational capacity and reaffirmed his commitment to deepening collaboration with the DSS to enhance national stability.

Responding, the Director-General of the DSS expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for appointing IGP Disu, citing his wealth of experience and dedication to the Police Force. He also commended the President for supporting the Nigeria Police through the renovation of training institutions nationwide. The DG DSS expressed optimism that the new IGP would bring his experience to bear in advancing the Police Force and improving on the achievements of his predecessors. He assured that the Service will continue to sustain intelligence sharing and joint operations with the Police, describing the partnership as a priceless national asset.

IGP Disu Visits The Director-General Of The DSS

IGP Disu reiterated his commitment to fostering cooperation and strengthening synergy between the Nigeria Police Force and the DSS, thereby reinforcing their shared resolve to safeguard national security, advance intelligence collaboration, and promote institutional harmony.

DCP Anthony Okon Placid, psc(+), mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
31st March 2026