Senate to Hold Special Session Honouring Late Ex-President Buhari

Senate to Hold Special Session Honouring Late Ex-President Buhari
Akpabio debunks fake news on new states creation circulating online
Public urged to ignore unofficial reports, await official legislative announcements

The Nigerian Senate will hold a special plenary session on Wednesday in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on July 13, 2025, in London following a prolonged illness.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate made the announcement on Tuesday, stating that the session will reflect on Buhari’s leadership, legacy, and his contributions to national development.

This follows a similar tribute held by the Federal Executive Council in Abuja last week, during which President Bola Tinubu praised Buhari for leading with restraint, dignity, and a deep sense of responsibility.

Buhari, who was buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, was Nigeria’s second-longest-serving leader. He governed the country as a civilian president from 2015 to 2023, after serving earlier as military Head of State between 1983 and 1985. His burial drew dignitaries from across Nigeria and abroad.

Senate Debunks Claims of New State Creation

Meanwhile, the Senate has debunked viral social media reports claiming that new states have been approved by its Committee on Constitution Review.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio clarified on Tuesday during plenary that, although over 42 proposals for state creation have been submitted, none has met the required constitutional and legislative thresholds.

He responded to a motion by Senator Abdul Ningi, who raised concern over the spread of misinformation.

“I have seen over 42 proposals, but not one has gone through full deliberation,” Akpabio said.

He warned against relying on social media updates, revealing that some communities had already begun preparations based on the false claims.

Akpabio urged the public to rely only on official communications from the National Assembly regarding constitutional amendments or matters of state creation.