The Presidency has strongly refuted reports suggesting the deployment of security agents to obstruct senators from carrying out their legislative duties.
It denied knowledge or deployment of agents to obstruct alleged impeachment plot against the Senate President.
In a statement issued by Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Presidency dismissed these claims as baseless and urged the public to disregard them.
Senator Lado emphasized that there is no discord among the senators and that the legislative body remains united in its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s democracy.
He stressed that the reports of tension or a rift within the National Assembly are entirely unfounded.
“The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is fully committed to fostering a harmonious working relationship among the senators.
He recognizes the crucial role the Senate plays in driving legislative progress and is dedicated to ensuring that this collaboration is built on mutual respect, dialogue, and shared goals for the peace, progress, and prosperity of all Nigerians,” Senator Lado stated.
He further clarified that any security presence within the National Assembly Complex is strictly routine, aimed at ensuring the safety and protection of lawmakers and staff, and not for any interference in legislative matters.
The statement reassured the public that the Senate continues to function freely and without hindrance, and urged citizens to disregard the misleading reports, which could harm the integrity of the legislative process.
This reaffirmation from the Presidency underscores its commitment to maintaining a stable and cooperative relationship between the executive and legislative arms of government.
