PDP Chairman Told To Allow Younger Candidates As Senate Confirms Okonjo-Iweala, others
The Senate today continued the screening of ministerial nominees whose names were submitted to it by the President. The screening could not hold yesterday as a result of the closed door session the senate had with the country’s security chiefs and the National Security Adviser. A mild drama played itself out when it became the [...]
Breaking News: Senate Confirms 7 Ministerial Nominees
The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Mrs. Diezani Allison-Maduekwe and six other nominees as Ministers of the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria . The confirmation came after their screening this evening. Seven nominees were screened today as they were asked questions on topical issues.
President Goodluck Jonathan’s Ministerial Nominees: Why They Are Not The Best
As Nigerians await the Senate’s screening and eventual announcement of the people who will serve as ministers in the present administration, one of the most commonly discussed topics is the ministerial list. While some nominations have been hailed in some places, some of the nominees have come under severe criticisms. In some cases, people from [...]






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