NADECO USA Calls for Senate President Akpabio’s Resignation
The National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) in the United States of America (USA) has called for the resignation of Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, citing concerns over his handling of the affairs of the upper chamber.
According to NADECO USA, Akpabio, who was perceived as having been appointed as Senate President by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has allegedly exerted undue influence over his colleagues, compromising the independence and integrity of the legislative branch in Nigeria.
Mr. Lloyd Ukwu, the Executive Director of NADECO USA, released a statement on Tuesday, accusing Akpabio of disregarding the Standing Rules of the Senate, neglecting vibrant debates during plenary, and failing to conduct thorough scrutiny of executive communications and bills.
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Ukwu urged Senators to initiate impeachment proceedings against Akpabio, asserting that his actions have made the upper chamber appear ineffective, and calling his decisions into question.
He stated, “Akpabio is fond of keeping communications from the President which are supposed to be read during announcement time till the end of plenary, like he recently did when he announced the last three ministerial nominees by the President towards the tail end of plenary.”
He further emphasized that if Akpabio does not step down or face impeachment, NADECO USA would mobilize its members and Nigerians in the diaspora for a mass action to ensure his removal from office.
