Akpabio declares three Senate seats vacant
…urges INEC to fill vacancies in 90 days President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday formally declared three senatorial seats vacant following the deaths of members of the Red
…urges INEC to fill vacancies in 90 days
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday formally declared three senatorial seats vacant following the deaths of members of the Red Chamber, setting the stage for fresh elections in the affected constituencies.
The declaration was made during plenary, with Akpabio stating that the move aligns with constitutional provisions and the need to maintain representation for the affected districts.
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He disclosed that the vacancies would be formally communicated to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to facilitate the conduct of bye-elections.
“In line with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended, I hereby declare vacant the following senatorial seats,” he said.
The affected constituencies include Enugu North Senatorial District, Nasarawa North Senatorial District, and Rivers South East Senatorial District.
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Akpabio noted that the action became necessary in the wake of the lawmakers’ demise, stressing that the Senate must ensure that constituents are not left without representation.
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He urged the electoral body to conduct midterm elections to fill the vacancies within90 days “in line with due process,” adding that the Senate remains committed to upholding democratic principles.
Akpabio also paid tribute to the deceased lawmakers, praying for the repose of their souls.
“For those who have departed, we pray that their souls rest in perfect peace,” he said.
