“This rejection is most shameful and unfortunate, attracting condemnation from all democratic-minded persons,” said PDP.
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“And we believe that empowering local government areas holds the key to unlocking a brighter future for all Nigerians,” he said.
He said the resolution was prompted by the tragic abduction of 19 persons.
The Senate has confirmed Hafsat Bakari’s appointment as the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) director.
Mr Buhari had on February 25 urged the National Assembly to remove the section that mandates the resignation of political appointees before contesting in any election.
