Abuja, December 3, 2025 – Senator Danjuma Goje, representing Gombe Central, has clarified the events of Tuesday’s Senate session, stating there was no personal conflict with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The clarification came after a heated exchange in the chamber was reported by some media outlets as a rift between the two lawmakers.
Goje explained that the disagreement arose from a routine parliamentary procedure and that his actions were intended to ensure that the Senate adhered to procedural rules. He reassured the public that there was no personal disagreement with Akpabio or any other senator and that the situation was misinterpreted by certain media reports.
The senator called for accurate reporting and urged journalists and social media users to correct the narrative. He stated that the matter was resolved quickly and that the chamber remains unified.
Senate President Akpabio welcomed Goje’s clarification, confirming that there was no fight or personal issue between them. He reiterated that the Senate continues to operate as a single body, and all members remain committed to their legislative duties.
The incident occurred during a brief procedural dispute, which caused some commotion in the chamber but was resolved within 24 hours. Both lawmakers now affirm that the exchange was entirely procedural and not a personal conflict.