The Presidency has dismissed online reports alleging that security forces were deployed to obstruct senators from performing their duties, particularly concerning an alleged impeachment of the Senate President.
From Senior Special Assistant on legislative matters, Basheer Lado emphasised that these claims are unfounded and that the Senate remains united in advancing Nigeria’s democracy.
He resigned President Bola Tinubu commitment to fostering a collaborative environment among lawmakers, underscoring the Senate’s vital role in legislative progress and assuring that any security presence is merely for routine safety measures.
The statement titled: “Presidency Committed to Harmonious Working Relationship among Lawmakers in the National Assembly” reads thus:
“The attention of this office has been drawn to online reports that security agents have been deployed to prevent senators from carrying out their legislative duties, specifically in relation to an alleged impeachment of the Senate President.
“I wish to categorically state that these reports are baseless and should be disregarded as there is no discord within the rank and file of the senators. The legislative body remains united in its commitment to the advancement of Nigeria’s democracy.
“The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in line with his dedication to a harmonious working relationship among the senators, recognizes the critical role of the senate in driving legislative progress.
“His Excellency remains committed to ensuring that this collaboration is based on mutual respect, dialogue, and shared goals for peace, progress and prosperity of all Nigerians.
“The senate continues to function freely and without interference, and any security presence within the National Assembly Complex is for the routine safety and protection of legislators and staff. I therefore urge the public to disregard such unfounded publications which could undermine the integrity of the legislature.”
