Nigerian Senate Elects Godswill Akpabio as President
Akpabio Succeeds Ahmad Lawan
June 13, 2023, 5:40 AM PDT
On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 5:40 AM PDT, Nigerian lawmakers elected Godswill Akpabio as the new Senate President, succeeding Ahmad Lawan.
Akpabio, a former governor of Akwa Ibom State, defeated fellow contender Ahmed Yari, a former governor of Zamfara State. The election was held during a special parliamentary session convened to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Lawan, who had held the position since 2019.
Akpabio and Yari are both top-ranking chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) party. Akpabio's victory is considered a significant win for the party, as it strengthens their hold on the upper chamber of the National Assembly.
The election of Akpabio is expected to have a significant impact on the Nigerian political landscape. As Senate President, Akpabio will play a key role in shaping legislation and overseeing the government's activities.
Akpabio's tenure as Senate President will be closely watched by both domestic and international observers, as Nigeria grapples with ongoing challenges such as security concerns, economic instability, and political polarization.
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