The legislator representing Gombe Central senatorial district, Senator Danjuma Goje, on Wednesday, emphasized that there was no separation between him and Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during Tuesday’s boisterous session.
It was said that Goje addressed the matter during plenary, a day after he called out Akpabio for “unparliamentary act” during proceedings.
Goje claims that the media misunderstood the point of order by citing procedural guidelines.
He claimed, “My intention in calling that order was not to go against the Senate President personally or to fight him.
“The idea is to contribute my quota as an experienced parliamentarian to ensure that the Senate follows the rules. There is nothing personal toward the Senate President or any senator.”
Goje called on journalists and social media users to rectify the narrative, adding that the exchange had been overblown.
“There was no drama. There was no dispute and no altercation. I merely raised a routine point of order… all was sorted out. Please report what really occured, not somebody’s views,” he added.
Goje maintained his position firmly, stressing once more, “We didn’t fight yesterday. It was not a fight.”
In his reaction, the Senate President praised the explanation and reiterated the demand for truthful reporting.
“I hope they will hear that there is no fight in the Senate and that we are all one,” he said, underlining that the chamber is unified.
