Senate suspends move to stop electricity tariff hike

Senate suspends move to stop electricity tariff hike

The Senate has suspended the consideration of a report recommending the suspension of the increase in electricity tariff by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), pending legal advice. The resolution was a sequel to a point of order raised by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Rules and Business, Titus Zam, during the plenary. … Read more

Senate halts controversial retirement age bill of National Assembly staffers

Senate halts controversial retirement age bill of National Assembly staffers

The Senate on Thursday stepped down a bill seeking to extend the tenure of service of legislative staff at the National Assembly from 35 to 40 years and their retirement age from 60 to 65 years. It also directed further research and consultation with stakeholders on the bill. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced the … Read more