Senate Rejects Probe Motion on PFIPC Budget Controversy

On Wednesday, the Nigerian Senate, led by Deputy President Barau Jibrin, rejected an urgent motion proposed by Senator Sumaila Kawu from Kano South. The motion sought to investigate the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) due to concerns over a purportedly non-existent entity included in the 2026 budget, which allocated N1.3 billion.

Kawu's motion aimed to address the controversy affecting the integrity of the National Assembly and called for a thorough investigation to restore public confidence in the budgetary process. He emphasized the need for scrutiny of the budgetary allocations and the role of public officials in facilitating the inclusion of PFIPC.

However, the Senate did not allow the motion to proceed to a voice vote, citing that the ICPC is already investigating the issues related to the administration's alleged corrupt practices. The Senate's decision reflects an ongoing concern regarding transparency and accountability in fiscal governance.