Index to Nigerian Newspapers

The Senate of Nigeria expressed surprise at the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership's comments on speculation on a purported plan to impeach President Muhammadu Buhari. The Senate stated that the party had the opportunity to cross-check what happened at the executive session from its members in attendance. Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, the party's spokesperson, urged the party to always seek the truth about any statement, issue, or development in the National Assembly before taking a public position. He urged the party to always seek the truth about any statement, issue, or development in the National Assembly before taking a public position, as the comment by the party can further create tension and give a wrong impression, particularly when it was not founded on genuine or factual ground.

Sokoto Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal signed the 2016 appropriation bill into law, promising to fully implement the budget for the benefit of the citizens. He vowed to block leakages and prosecute government officials found dipping in the till. Tambuwal commended the state legislature for handling the budget proceedings expeditiously and called for public support in achieving the budget's objectives. The budgeting process was more inclusive, participatory, and transparent, with active input from development partners and civil society organizations.