[WATCH VIDEO] ‘I Intend to Take Action’- Akpabio Threatens to Sue Contractor Over Faulty National Assembly Microphones

• Senate President Godswill Akpabio has threatened to sue the contractor behind the National Assembly’s faulty microphones after repeated disruptions during plenary.
• Speaking during plenary, Akpabio expressed frustration over the malfunctioning audio system and asked lawmakers to take note of the situation, indicating that he intends to hold the contractor accountable.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has threatened to take legal action against the contractor responsible for installing microphones at the National Assembly after repeated technical issues disrupted Senate proceedings.

Speaking during plenary, Akpabio expressed frustration over the malfunctioning audio system and asked lawmakers to take note of the situation, indicating that he intends to hold the contractor accountable.

“The distinguished colleagues, I hope you are taking note of the fact that our microphones are not working well. You are taking note of it because I intend to take action.”

His remarks have since generated mixed reactions on social media, with many Nigerians questioning the quality of projects executed with public funds and calling for greater accountability in government contracts.

Reactions

@Annybaba02: “Senator, You can always borrow money to repair the microphone, my great-grandchildren will pay for it.”

@suretips8: “Make him lick the mic first e fit work. Una no take note of PFIPC scandal?..”

@PrinceAwoye: “He should sue those responsible for NASS electronic voting machines too.”

@tALLeazy_: “Maybe he wants to secure the contract to supply the microphones because I don’t even know what they’re discussing there.”

@Uzoma63272441: “Another avenue to steal money. 1 microphone go Dey cost 5 million naira.”

@dripvault63025: “8 billion naira for changing all microphones at the Rep house.”

@CodedMentality: “Grandmaster schema.”

@dalu_bless13369: “It’s not just about suing the contractor. It’s about making sure every kobo of public money delivers the quality it paid for.”