Senate Ask NDLEA Proofs Against Ashiru’s Drug Case

In a dramatic turn of events at the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, Senate President, has reacted strongly to the allegations made against Deputy Senate Leader, Yisa Ashiru, by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. Dismissing the NDLEA’s claims as a result of personal vendetta, Akpabio urged the Senate to invite relevant agencies to substantiate the drug-related allegations.

Akpabio expressed his skepticism about the timing of the NDLEA’s accusations, pointing out that the agency should have acted sooner if they believed Ashiru to be a drug baron. Akpabio stated, “You have never been invited or charged by the NDLEA, and as far as we know in the Senate, you are a gentleman who doesn’t even take alcohol. This is a serious issue, and we must call the NDLEA to order.”

With the backing of Senate President Akpabio, an ad hoc committee was quickly assembled to investigate the allegations and get to the bottom of the situation. Led by Enyinnaya Abaribe, the committee will summon the NDLEA and other relevant agencies to provide proof and justification for the charges brought against the Deputy Senate Leader.

While the outcome of this investigation remains uncertain, one thing is clear: the NDLEA will have to present solid evidence if they hope to maintain their credibility in the wake of these accusations.

As this political drama unfolds, the spotlight will not only shine on the relationship between the Senate and the NDLEA, but also on the culture of corruption and personal vendettas that have long plagued Nigeria’s political system.

Many will be watching with bated breath to see how the ad hoc committee’s findings are received, and how the Senate will choose to respond. Will this investigation result in a shift in the balance of power between the Senate and the NDLEA, or will it simply be a footnote in the ongoing struggle for influence and control in Nigeria’s political landscape?

As the investigation proceeds, the Nigerian public is likely to have questions about the motivations behind the NDLEA’s actions.

While the agency may have acted in the interest of fighting drug crime, some may view their decision to release the allegations so soon after Ashiru’s critical comments as an act of retaliation.

If this is the case, it could reflect a worrying trend of political entities using their power to silence or intimidate those who challenge them.

Referenece and Citations:

• Vanguard – Senate summons NDLEA over Allegation against senator
• Thisdaylive – Senate constitutes panel to probe NDLEA’s allegation against Senator Ashiru
• PUNCH – Drugs allegation: Akpabio defends Ashiru, demands NDLEA proofs

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