Senate Showdown: Adams Oshiomhole Clashes with Godswill Akpabio, Plenary Stalls for 15 Minutes

Nigeria’s Senate witnessed a dramatic disruption as a heated clash between Adams Oshiomhole and Godswill Akpabio brought proceedings to a halt for over 15 minutes.

Nigeria Senate Plenary session 2023 photo credit Tope Brown

Tensions flared after Oshiomhole attempted to raise a point of order during deliberations, but was overruled by Akpabio, citing Senate rules. The disagreement escalated when Oshiomhole persisted, prompting warnings from lawmakers and a stern caution from the Senate President.

At the peak of the standoff, Akpabio warned that disorderly conduct could lead to Oshiomhole’s removal from the chamber. Order was eventually restored, allowing the Senate to resume proceedings.

SEN Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON President Of the 10th Senate

The incident highlights growing tensions within Nigeria’s legislative process, raising questions about decorum, rule enforcement, and internal power dynamics in the National Assembly.

Written by Boom RadioNG