- Removal Decision: The Senate has removed Danladi Umar as Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) due to alleged gross misconduct.
- Constitutional Provision: The decision was made pursuant to Section 157(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended).
- Senate Support: Over 84 lawmakers supported the decision after a closed-door session lasting over one and a half hours.
- Allegations Against Umar: The Senate received multiple petitions and allegations of corruption, misconduct, absenteeism, and physical altercations.
- New Chairman: Abdullahi Usman Bello was recently confirmed as the new Chairman of the CCT, nominated by President Bola Tinubu.
The Senate’s decision to remove Danladi Umar as CCT Chairman marks a significant move to uphold accountability and integrity in government institutions. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele emphasized the importance of the CCT in maintaining high standards of morality and accountability. Umar’s alleged misconduct, including corruption and physical altercations, fell short of the expected standards for a public officer. This removal underscores the 10th Senate’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and maintaining public trust in critical government institutions.
