Claim:
Viral claims were posted online by Jake Clifford, News week and on Facebook, saying that there was tension in the National Assembly, with a plot to impeach the Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The content was published on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
With the caption: BREAKING: Tension As DSS Take Over National Assembly Over Plot To Impeach Akpabio.
The post claims: “DSS officers have assumed control of the Assembly amid reports of a possible impeachment threat against Akpabio
“The premises of the National Assembly resembled a war zone this morning as operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) took over, fueling rumors of an impending impeachment move against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
“DSS officers have assumed control of the Assembly amid reports of a possible impeachment threat against Akpabio.
“Speculation suggests that discontented northern senators, reportedly dissatisfied with President Bola Tinubu, are reigniting efforts to remove the Senate President from office.
“Globally, parliaments deploy internal security teams to maintain order and safety within parliamentary premises, and the National Assembly is no exception. Additional security agencies are also present to ensure the protection of lives and property, particularly during times when internal security might be under strain.
“This morning, OrderPaper observed DSS personnel, both men and women, stationed at key access points within the premises. Dressed in dark suits and wearing imposing dark shades, their presence is clearly intended to reinforce security.
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Also, it was spotted on Facebook about 19 hours ago as of the time of filing this report. It was posted on Edo political forum, by a user, Ekigbo Sampson Nnamadi , with the caption: Tension As DSS Take Over National Assembly Over Plot To Impeach Akpabio
Verification:
During the Senate plenary session on Wednesday, as the news spread, Akpabio raised alarm on the viral claims of his alleged impeachment.
Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio stressed that ” there is no such thing. Plenary is going on smoothly”.
The Senate therefore referred the matter to the Committee on special duties to investigate and report back to the Senate as soon as possible.
Godswill Akpabio, Senate President of Nigeria.
Also, a press statement was released from the office of the Senate President to counter the viral post.
The document was signed by Hon Eseme Eyiboh, a Special Adviser to the Senate President on Media and Publicity Office of the Senate President
In conclusion:
The viral post is false, as no such thing happened in the Senate.
