The Alaaye of Efon Kingdom in Ekiti State has bestowed chieftaincy titles upon Governor Biodun Oyebanji and Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, recognizing their contributions to the community.

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Senate Leader and Chairman of the National Assembly South-West Caucus, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), has urged the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship…

Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele asserted that funding for state police services in Nigeria must be made a first-line charge, warning that business classes, cabals, and criminals could otherwise hijack these services.

Senate Leader Bamidele has assured Nigerians that the National Assembly is embedding constitutional safeguards in the state police bill to prevent governors from abusing power.

Mr. Bamidele Atoyebi, convener of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological group, stated that President Bola Tinubu is applying the 'Lagos model' through fiscal and structural reforms to achieve significant economic transformation in Nigeria.

A Nigerian lawmaker, Senator Bamidele, is advocating for a constitutional amendment to introduce a single six-year term for both the President and state governors. The proposal is expected to be considered by the 11th Senate.

A Nigerian Senator defended the oversight functions of the National Assembly's Public Accounts Committee, asserting that its activities are not a witch-hunt.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele disclosed that 1,639 Nigerians died due to electoral violence between 1999 and 2023, calling for an end to this national issue.

In the Ekiti Central Senatorial District, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele emerged unopposed as the party’s candidate after polling 29,586 valid votes. The post Ekiti APC: Bamidele, Fasuyi, Adaramodu…

Bamidele Olumilua University (BOUESTI) announced that 60 out of 1,645 students will graduate with First Class degrees during its second convocation ceremony.

Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Senate leaders Akpabio and Bamidele have extended warm Eid-el-Fitr felicitations to Nigerian Muslims, urging compassion, national unity, and investment in people during the celebrations.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and NEMA have distributed relief materials to thousands of Ekiti rainstorm victims whose homes were recently destroyed. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-leader-nema-deliver-relief-items-to-ekiti-rainstorm-victims/

A pest control expert, Mr. Bamidele Abiru, has urged for greater efforts in Nigeria to control mosquito breeding and reduce malaria-related fatalities, making the call during a medical outreach in Gosa Community.

The Senate clarified that Senators Bamidele and Adaramodu did not sponsor the controversial bus preaching fine, explaining the legislative process for bills.

Ogun State First Lady, Bamidele Abiodun, has launched a program offering free surgeries to 300 residents, aiming to expand healthcare access and support vulnerable citizens.

Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, the Majority Leader of the 10th Senate, is highlighted for his leadership, legal expertise, and role as a bridge-builder as the Senate marks its third year.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele announced that Nigeria's National Assembly is set to pass the state police bill this week, emphasizing its necessity for addressing the nation's security challenges.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated its national campaign council for the 2026 Ekiti State election, naming Akpabio and Sani as co-chairs. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) plans to deploy over 2,400 BVAS and 9,500 staff for the election.

Nigeria's Senate Majority Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, has defended the consensus provision within the country's electoral law, asserting that it prevents the imposition of candidates in APC primaries.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele announced that the Nigerian National Assembly is developing a decentralized policing framework aimed at strengthening accountability and preventing abuse by the political class.

The Vice-Chancellor of Bamidele Olumilua University in Ekiti State is seeking partnerships with traditional rulers to foster peace, stability, and sustainable development for the institution.

APC inaugurates a 57-member council for the Ekiti gov election, with Sen. Bamidele vowing a landslide reelection for Gov. Biodun Oyebanji on June 20. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-gov-bamidele-vows-landslide-for-oyebanji/

Popular Nigerian comic actor, Bamidele Tope Saint, professionally known as Okemesi, is dead.

An All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant for the Kogi West senatorial primary, Bamidele Samuel Aro, has opposed the transfer of a suit challenging Senator Sunday Karimi's candidacy from Lokoja to Abuja.

Shola Bamidele, CEO of Loom Rooms, argues that Nigeria needs to prioritize building creative businesses and institutions to ensure sustainable success, rather than solely focusing on producing artists.

Nigerian Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele confirmed that mechanisms are being developed to prevent abuse by governors in the implementation of state police, which he described as a 'child of necessity,' with governors promising speedy approval.

Nigeria's Federal Government approved N21.2 million in outbreak response funds for each state to boost Ebola preparedness. Concurrently, the Senate leader stated there would be no electoral act amendment before the 2027 polls, and the Navy intercepted boats involved in illegal black sand mining.

Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele described the six-month suspension of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as one of the lowest moments for the 10th Senate, acknowledging its negative impact on the chamber’s public image.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele clarified that the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) is responsible for fixing the salaries and allowances of lawmakers, not the lawmakers themselves.

Ogun First Lady, Bamidele Abiodun, and other dignitaries joined gospel singer Beejay Sax at his annual Beejay Sax Live concert in Lagos. Read More:…

Bamidele Fawehinmi has been convicted for subjecting chef Dimitrios Tsavdaris to a brutal five-week campaign of violence that ultimately led to his death.

President Bola Tinubu held a meeting with Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and Kaduna Governor Uba Sani at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa.

Onuh, daughter of former Nigerian Senate President David Mark, has pledged her support and commitment to ensuring President Tinubu's victory in the upcoming election.

Justice Bamidele Fola Adeyeye of the Ondo State High Court has died at the age of 65. The state judiciary announced his passing, mourning the respected jur Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-high-court-judge-adeyeye-dies-at-65/

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Mr Bamidele said there was no reason for the president to delay assent to the bill, which, according to him, incorporated inputs from key institutions, including the executive arm of government. The post Why Tinubu quickly signed Electoral Act Amendment Bill – Senate Leader appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.