The Senate is to resume plenary from Sallah and Easter recess on May 6, a week after the initial date of resumption on April 29, 2025.

The new date was contained in an internal memo issued to the leadership of the 10th Senate dated 20th April, 2025 and sighted by CAPITAL POST on Monday in Abuja.

The memo which was signed by the Clerk, Andrew Ogbonna Nwoba addressed to all Senators was to guide them wherever they are during the recess.

The memo said it becomes unavoidable to shift the earlier date to a new date due to the celebration of the International Workers’ Day public holiday, which is celebrated on May 1 which was not envisaged at the time of recess.

This will allow Senators to take their time to attend to key constituency engagements.

The circular reads, “Distinguished Senators, I am directed to inform you that the resumption of plenary sittings of the Senate, earlier scheduled for Monday, 29th April 2025, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 6th May 2025.

“This postponement is made to allow Distinguished Senators to stay with their constituents during the International Workers’ Day public holiday in the first week of May and to further enhance constituency engagements.

“Distinguished Senators are kindly requested to take note of this postponement while regretting any inconvenience the change might have caused.”

Mr Emmanuel Bobinihi has been elected as the President General of Kaba Development Union, KDU.

The union is the umbrella body for the development of Oweland in Kogi West Senatorial District.

According to a statement by the outgoing President General of the Union, Engr Emmanuel Ajibero on Sunday, said election into various offices of the union was conducted successfully and Bobinihi emerged as boss.

The statement which was obtained in Lokoja, described the election that produced Emmanuel Bobinihi as President General of Kabba Development Union as most peaceful to date, utilizing modern technology that enabled participation from members worldwide.

“The Kabba Development Union has just concluded the election to form a new National Executive Council. The election process, which began in February 2025, concluded today with online voting,” he stated.

Ajibero noted that the election was monitored by members of the KDU Board of Trustees, community leaders, clan heads, politicians, and distinguished sons and daughters of the Owe community both within the country and abroad.

He explained that the Union’s leadership opted for a technology-driven process that was efficient and allowed delegates from various branches to cast their votes, ensuring that all members who are in good standing could participate.

He noted that the union is surprised to see people who are not saddled with any responsibilities within the Union mobilize thugs to destroy the KDU Secretariat, stressing that those who are to provide security for the people are the ones behind the ugly incident.

The Returning Officer, Mr Emmanuel Adamu, while declaring the results, commended the peaceful conduct of the delegates and pointed out that the process of the election shows that the Kabba community and KDU will go places.

“Our deep appreciation goes to our consultant for facilitating this online process, making it so transparent, effective, and result-oriented. We appreciate the opportunity he has given us to make it possible for all our branches to participate in making these choices of leadership devoid of security threats and in compliance with the state government’s directive on public gatherings at this time.

Members of the new EXCO are President General – Emmanuel Bobinihi, Home Vice President 1 – Mr. Adekunle Fagbemi, Home vice president-2: Mr. Sunday Ezekiel, Secretary-General – Kehinde Owohunwa sand Treasurer – Hon (Mrs) Bisi Yusuf.

Rt. Rev. Jonah Kolo, the Anglican Bishop of the Diocese of Bida has commended Governor Umar Mohammed Bago of Niger State over religious tolerance in the policies of his administration.

He said his tolerance was promoting unity among diverse people, stating that Bago’s inclusive leadership style, has become a beacon of peace and justice across religious lines.

Bishop Kolo gave the commendation while receiving a delegation from the state government, led by Hon. Jonathan Vatsa, who paid him a condolence visit following the passing of his mother, Late Mama Elizabeth Aishatu Kolo.

Kolo observed that Bago has remained faithful to his campaign promises by ensuring equity, fairness, and justice for both Christians and Muslims in the state.

“Since he assumed office, there has been visible peace and harmony across the state,” Bishop Kolo said. “He has shown that leadership is about everyone—regardless of tribe, religion, or political affiliation.”

The Bishop lauded the governor for carrying all faiths along in governance, stating that the Christian community feels seen and respected under Bago’s administration. He assured the governor of continued prayers and support, emphasizing that the governor is on the right path in his developmental efforts.

In a condolence message presented by Hon. Vatsa, Governor Bago described Mama Elizabeth as a woman of faith and grace whose life was marked by service and compassion. “Her enthusiasm for life and service to others was truly infectious,” the letter read.

The visit was not just a gesture of sympathy, but also a reaffirmation of the governor’s commitment to unity and religious harmony in Niger State.