Senator Abdul Ningi, accused of budget padding, returns to Nigerian Senate after 3-month suspension.
Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi Central, returned to the Nigerian Senate after a three-month suspension for accusing the Senate of padding the 2024 budget with ₦3tn. His suspension was lifted following a motion sponsored by minority leader Abba Moro, which emphasized the need for Ningi to resume his legislative duties. The Senate minority leadership took responsibility for Ningi's actions and offered an apology on his behalf.
June 04, 2024
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