The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr Kelechi Ohiri as the Director-General of, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA).
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The Senate has explained why it has resolved to probe the ₦30 trillion Ways and Means approved and spent by former President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government.
The Senate Committee on Finance, on Monday halted the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) from granting tax waivers following the record loss of N17 trillion incurred by Nigeria within the last five years.
The Senate has constituted the 1999 Constitution Amendment Committee.
The Senate has passed a Vote of Confidence on Security Chiefs for their efforts in fighting the security challenges bedeviling the country.
The Senate on Tuesday went into a close door session to take briefs from Service Chiefs and some Ministers on the general state of security in the country.
The Senate has invited Service Chiefs for an interaction over increasing security challenge in the country.
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve the disengagement of Mr Babatunde Irukera, as the Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).
However, the legislators have failed to prioritize the needs of the people, instead focusing on extravagant projects and personal comforts. This misplaced focus and lack of sensitivity have left Nigerians disillusioned and struggling to survive.
As part of Nigeria’s 2022–2024 borrowing plan, the Senate has granted President Bola Tinubu’s request to borrow $7.8 billion and €100 million.