The Senate plunged into a closed-door session today, intensifying its scrutiny over the rising insecurity plaguing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). With the spotlight firmly on FCT Minister, Nysom Wike, and Commissioner of Police, Bennett Igweh, the Upper Legislative Chamber sought urgent security briefings in the wake of escalating concerns.
Following a marathon of security briefings involving top security chiefs, including the Inspector General of Police and the Director General of the Department of State Services, the Senate honed in on the dire security situation gripping the FCT.
This is coming on the heels of the N3 trillion budget padding scandal rocking the Senate.
The Senate’s engagement with Wike and Igweh underscores the gravity of the security challenges facing Abuja. The capital city has been grappling with a surge in criminal activities, prompting urgent intervention from the legislative arm of the government.
The closed session aims to delve deep into the intricacies of the security landscape within the FCT. With residents increasingly feeling the heat of insecurity, there’s mounting pressure on authorities to devise effective strategies to curb the menace.
In the backdrop of heightened tensions and growing apprehensions among citizens, the Senate’s interrogation of Wike and Igweh signifies a pivotal moment in the quest for enhanced security measures. The outcome of the closed-door session holds significant implications for the future safety and stability of Abuja.
As the nation’s political nerve center, Abuja’s security woes have reverberated across the country, amplifying the urgency for decisive action.
