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The Senate has refuted claims that it received formal petitions against President Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees, insisting that no written objections were submitted through official channels. Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee clarified that while public conversations and media debates exist, the upper chamber can only rely on properly documented complaints.
The clarification follows controversy around some nominees and questions over their previous political roles. Lawmakers say background checks and security screening will continue, but stressed that due process and fairness will guide final confirmations.
Source: Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025
2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025 2025-12-11