The president’s declined assent was conveyed in a letter read on the floor of the Senate yesterday by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio.
The harmonized controversial retirement age bill was first stepped down in February, 2024 for further research and consultation, after a significant number of senators voted against it.
The bill first introduced during the 7th Assembly, was transmitted to the 9th Assembly where it suffered a standstill and subsequently to the 10th Senate.
The President’s letter noted that upon thorough examination and careful consideration, he has decided to withhold his assent to the bill.
Akpabio presided over the resumption of legislative sitting after eight weeks of recess.
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