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SENATE OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS Wednesday, 19th September, 2012

1. The Senate I?et at 10:23 a.m. The Senate President read prayers.

2. Votesand Proceedings: The Senate President announced that he had examined the Votes and Proceedings of Tuesday, 18th September, 2012 and approved same.

By unanimous consent, the Votes and Proceedings were approved.

3. Messagesfrom Mr President: The Senate President announced that he had received nine letters from Mr President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federation, which he read as follows:

(a)

~ PRE ENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA August 14, 2012 Distinguished Senator , GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, .

Your Excellency,

AMBASSADORIAL NOMINATIONS

In accordance with Section 171 (C) sub-section 4 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended, I have the honour to forward the names of Mr. Shuaib Ahmed Adamu (Bauchi State - Non-Career), and Mr. N. V. Amaku' ( - Career); for kind consideration and confirmation by the Senate for appointment as Ambassadors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Photocopies of their Curriculum Vitae are attached herewith.

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It is my hope that this will receive the usual kind expeditious attention of the Distinguished Senate of the Federal Republic.

Please accept, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances ofmy highest regards.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

(b) Confirmation of APPOintme~

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PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA July 16, 2012 Senator David Mark, GCON Senate President, National Assembly Complex, Three Arms Zone, Abuja.

Your Excellency,

REOUEST FOR CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF THE FISCAL RESPONSIBIliTY COMMISSION

Section 5(3) of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2007 empowers the President to appoint the Chairman and Members of the Commission. subject to confirmation by the Senate. Section 8(2) of the said Act also provides that where a.vacancy occurs in the membership of the Commission, it shall be filled by the appointment of a successor to hold office for the remainder of the term of office of his predecessor, provided the successor shall represent the same interest as his predecessor.

Mr. Debo Adesina, representing Civil Society Organisations voluntarily resigned his membership of the Commission, while Mr. Gimba Yau Kumo, representing the North East Geo-political zone (Gombe State) resigned to take up a new appointment as thf! ManagingDirector of the Federal _lIiQrtgage Bank.

I have, therefore, in the exercise of the powers conferred on me by Section 8(2) of the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2007, decided to appoint Hon. Ismaila Muazu Hassan, representing North-East Geopolitical zone and Mallam Mohammed Garba, representing Civil Society Organisations to serve out the tenures of their predecessors which expire on the 5th of December 2013.

I hereby present the nominees for kind consideration and confirmation by the Distinguished Members of the Senate.

Please accept, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my-highest regards.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) -- ..~ GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 113

(c) National Economic Intelligence Committee (Establishment, etc.) Bill: 4~ /~.../ r."~~-~,"-->-\ , < .~ \ ,', ", ' .;\ I· ""," ,iiI, . ~., u I, ~~~~ij.l:::,~i PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA July 17, 2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.

Your Excellency,

BILL FOR AN ACT TO REPEAL THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC INTELLIGENCE COMMITTEE (ESTABLISHMENT, ETC!. (CAP.N31 LPN, 2004) AND FOR RELATED MATTERS

I hereby. introduce for formal repeal by theDistinguished Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the above named Bill. . .

While I hope that the Bill will receive the usual prompt attention of the Distinguished Members of the Senate, please accept, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) • GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

(d) Confirmation of Appointment: /,',~~':;'!~'""- ,- -->., "- I... " '';',:'(;~,~,,

Your Excellency,

REOUEST FOR CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF TWO MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL POPULATION COMMISSION

The National Population Commission is one of the Federal Executive Bodies established under Section 153(1)(J) of the Third Schedule of the Constitution, the Commission shall comprise a Chairman and one personjrom each State of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, .Abuja. - .,"-- 114 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 No. 13

In this connection, there is need to appoint Commissioners representing Kaduna and Niger States in the Commission. Alhaji Abubakar Mustapha, the former member representing Kaduna State resigned in March 2012 while, since the expiration of the tenure of 'Alhaji M. Liman representing Niger State in the Commission in October 201 I, that position has also been vacant.

Consequently, after due consultation with the Council of State at its meeting of Thursday, IT July 2012, and in accordance with the provisions of Sections 154(1).and (3) of the 1999 Constitution as amended, I hereby present the following nominees for kind consideration and confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria:

1. Alhaji Ya'u Usman Jama'a Kaduna State

2. Barrister Aliyu Dam Niger State

Copies of the Curriculum Vitae of the candidates are attached.

While hoping that the request will receive the usual expeditious consideration of the Distinguished Senate, please accept, Mr. Senate President, the assurances of my highest regards.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

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PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA July 17, 2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.

Your Excellency,

REQUEST FOR CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER OF THE FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

The Federal Civil Service Commission is one of the Federal Executive Bodies established under Section 153(1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic as amended. By the provision of Part 1, Paragraph 10 of the Third Schedule to the Constitution, the Commission shall comprise of a Chairman and not more thanfifteen Members.

In the Commission, the position of the member representing Niger State and the Federal Capital Territory has been vacant since the expiration of the tenure of the former representative in November 2011. I, therefore, in line with the provisions of Section 154(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended, present for the Senate's kind consideration and confirmation, the appointment of Alhaji Hassan Usman Sokodabo, whose Curriculum Vitae is attached herewith, as the member representing Niger State and the Federal Capital Territory in the Federal Civil Service Commission for a tenure of five years. No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 115

While hoping that the request will receive the usual expeditious consideration of the Distinguished Senate, please accept, Mr. Senate President, the assurances ofmy highest regards and esteem.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

(j) Confirmation of Appointment:

PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA July 23, 2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, Three Arms Zone, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.

Your Excellency,

CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER OF REVENUE MOBILIZATION. ALLOCATION AND FISCAL COMMISSION

The Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission is one of the Federal Executive Bodies established under Section 153(1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended. By the provision of the Third Schedule of the Constitution, the Commission shall comprise of a Chairman and one member from each State of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory.

In consonance with the provision of Section 154(1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended, I write to request for the confirmation of the appointment of Barrister (Ms) Rita Irone Begho as the representative of Delta State in the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission. Her Curriculum Vitae is attached.

It is my hope that the Distinguished Senate of the Federal Republic oj Nigeria will consider and confirm the nominee in-your usual expeditious manner.

Please accept, Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN 116 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 No. 13

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July 23,2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, Three Arms Zone, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.

Your Excellency,

CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER ON THE GOVERNING BOARD OF FEDERAL ROAD MAINTENANCE AGENCY

The Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) was established under the Federal Maintenance Agency (Establishment, etc) Act of2007. By the provisions of Section 2(1) and (2) of the Act, afourteen member Governing Board shall be established for the Agency.

In accordance with the provisions of Section 2(3) of the FERMA Act of2007, I hereby present Honourable Nnoli J, Nnaji, as the representative of the South-East Geopolitical Zone on the Governing Board of FERMA, for confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Honourable Nnoli J, Nnaji is to replace Honourable Jerry Ugokwe who, subsequent upon his confirmation, declined the offer of the appointment.

In 'line with Section 4 of the Act, the term shall be for four (4j years. His curriculum Vitae is hereby attached.

It is my hope that this request will receive the usual expeditious consideration and confirmation of the Distinguished Members of the Senate.

Please accept, Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

(h) Amendment Bills:

PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA July 30, 2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, aCON _ . President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, National Assembly Complex, Three Arms Zone, --- - Abuja. No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 117

Your Excellency.

AMENDMENT BILLS FOR CONSIDERATION AND ENACTMENT INTO LAW

I hereby present. for kind consideration and enactment into law by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. the following Bills: 1. Terrorism (Prevention) (Amendment) Bill. 2012.

2. Bill for an Act to Amend the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011 and for other Related Matters.

While I hope that the Bills will receive the usual expeditious attention of the Distinguished Members of the Senate. please accept as always, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration . '

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

(i)

PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA August 17, 2012 Distinguished Senator David Mark, GCON President of the Senate, Senate Chambers, National Assembly Complex. Abuja.

SUBMISSION OF THE 2013-2015 MEDIUM-TERM EXPENDITURE FRAMEWORK AND FISCAL STRATEGY PAPER

I seize this opportunity to express my gratitude for the enduring partnership between the Legislative and Executive arms of government in discharging our shared responsibility for nation-building. I note, with thanks, the patriotism, commitment and support that Distinguished Senators have consistently demonstrated.

Pursuant to Sections 13, 12 and 11 of the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2007, the preparation towards submission of the 2013 Budget to the National Assembly has since commenced with activities leading to the preparation of the 2013-2015 Medium- Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper.

Accordingly, I hereby forward copies of the 2013-2015 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper to the National Assembly. It is my hope that the National Assembly will kindly consider and approve it in your usual expeditious manner. 118 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 No. 13

Please accept, Distinguished Senate President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Yours Sincerely, (Signed) GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN

4.

A SPEECH DELIVERED BY HIS EXCELLENCY. SENATOR (DR.) DA VID A.B. MARK. GCON. fnim. THE PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA. ON THE RESUMPTION OF THE SENATE FROM RECESS ON WEDNESDAY. 19TH SEPTEMBER. 2012.

Protocol:

My distinguished Colleagues, Senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, my bosses!

Permit me to begin fly thanking God mostfervently for sparing our lives during the recess and bringing us back safely.

The activities of the Boko Haram sect were at its peak when we dispersed for our recess to the far flung districts of our nation still under the grips of sectarian violence.

It was therefore with bated breath and anxiety that I watched distinguished Colleagues disperse in late July. You can imagine how relieved I am to welcome you all back to this hallowed chamber, hale and hearty. We returnfrom our recess to meet a nation sorely in need of healing, a nationpreviously free from strife and anomie, but now convulsingfrom a genre of violence that we all thought was alien to our shores. A new butformidable evil has now combined with old and familiar perils to present our nation with perhaps the greatest challenge to its corporate existence since the civil war.

In the course of interactions and consultations with your constituents during the recess, you would have noticed thefear and anxiety in their eyes. You would have also noticed that almost everyone expects the Senate, nay the National Assembly, to lead the campaignfor a solution and for national rebirth.

Distinguished Colleagues, that expectation is not misplaced. Legislators are the gatekeepers to the realm of the public good. We are the vanguards of democratic norms and we carry the aspirations, hopes, and expectations of the people, and even their fears.

The legislative tradition of recess sharpens the synergy between the legislator and his constituents, because it affords the lawmaker an opportunity tofeel the pulse of thepeople - and by extension that of the nation. The emerging feedback, distinguished colleagues, is not too encouraging. No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 119

I urge you all, therefore, to prepare to take on the unprecedented challenges facing our nation. The times call for sacrifice and statesmanship, and for everyone to rise above narrow and parochial interests.

We must therefore resolve to pursue with-determination and vigour, a legislative agenda that entrenches the promotion of the common good as its drivingforce. The National Assembly must act in complementarity with both the Executive and Judicial arms of government, to bring succour to our troubled nation.

We recognize that the task reserved for the Legislature by the Constitution is indeed onerous, sombre and encompassing). Section 4(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), vests the National Assembly with "power to make laws for the peace, order and good government of the Federation or any part thereof".

This enablement casts the legislature as the driving force of our Constitutional democracy.

Let me emphasize then that as a legislature, we are a pivotal part of the government. When the people blame the government, the legislature is also in the dock with the other arms of government. The legislature can only absolve itself from blame and culpability by doing what is constitutionally right. A'nd this it must do with firmness, fairness, justice, patriotism, diligence, honesty, transparency, courage and commitment.

As we brace ourselves to squarely face our constitutional role, an elementary first step would be for us to improve on our time consciousness and attendance. As legislators and role models at a time of national anxiety, we must leave a legacy of promptitude, diligence and vigour. The culture of 'African time' is an anomaly we must do away with, in discharging our legislative tasks, including committee and oversight assignments, and indeed, in all spheres of our lives.

I have harped on time consciousness because the current legislative agenda is loaded- with critical activities.

As we resume plenary, we will have to deal with the 2013 budget, the Petroleum Industry Bill, the Amendment of the 1999 Constitution, Review of the Anti-Terrorism Act in the light of our experiences so far, the Amendment of the Money Laundering Act, the consideration of reports from the committees on the implementation of the 2012 Budget, and the review of the performance of Ministries, just to mention a few.

Distinguished Colleagues, we return to plenary primed to commence a scrupulous consideration of the 2013 budget estimates, once it is presented.

It is therefore important that the Executive presents the budget early to afford us sufficient time to consider and debate it exhaustively before we can pass it. And our goal would be to pass it before the end of the year. When passed and signed into law, we will insist on full implementation.

Over the years, our national budgets have raised hopes for a better life. Such hopes have remained largely unrealized. This is not surprising because there is a definite correlation between the parlousness we observe in several critical sectors of our national life and the haphazard 'and inconsistent implementation of the budgets. . 120 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 No. 13

The Senate will activate and deploy its weapon of oversight to meticulously monitor the implementation of the budget. We have felt the pulse of the people, and the condition under which they live has rekindled our resolve to ensure that their living conditions are substantially improved as a rewardfor theirfaith in democracy. The war against poverty must therefore be an unrelenting one. Its ultimate objective should be total eradication of poverty, and not just poverty reduction. A nation as blessed as ours has no business with poverty.

Men we, as a Legislature, discharge our junctions withfaith and commitment, as we always do, we will also insist that the other arms of government do likewise. The Senate will, with deep patriotism and a keen sense of responsibility, always live up to its constitutional obligation to serve as a check on the other levers of government. In a constitutional democracy, the principle of checks and balances is the greatest bulwark against the exercise of arbitrary power.

In response to the yearnings of our people, the Senate will continue to foster a constructive 'discourse of the national question. '

But this can only be done within the ambit of the 1999 Constitution. It is in this connection that I must mention the on-going effort tofurther amend the 1999 Constitution.

I urge anyone disenchanted with the Nigerian condition tojoin the ongoing national discourse that will lead to the amendment of the Constitution. But I have no doubt that the vast majority ". " . of our people prefer to live in a united, peacejul and prosperous Nigeria. They wouldprefer to be governed in accordance with democratic norms in a diverse federation made viable and dynamic by the rule of law!

I therefore call on our compatriots. on the extreme fringe to sheath their swords, embrace dialogue and reconciliation, and join the on-going national discourse. No tangible political mileage can be achieved through violence. Terror and violence have no doubt brought death, misery and sorrow to our nation. But the perpetrators have failed resoundingly to break the spirit of our country men and women, and will never break it! Fifth columnists may now see in the prevailing security situation an opportunity to spread discord and to excite recrimination. But let me say this loud and clear - to play politics with security issues is an open invitation to chaos and anarchy, a situationfrom which no one will profit!

If the campaign of terror is the thunder by which a tinyfraction seeks to drown the voice of the nation, or to curtail the basicfreedoms and civil liberties that we all have worked so hard to entrench, that attempt will fail. The Senate will work to protect all liberties except one - the liberty to do away with other liberties.

Distinguished colleagues, one issue that worries me deeply is the decline of our nation even in areas in which we once excelled. The reasonsfor this decline are not far-fetched.

Corruption, sloppiness and tardiness inpreparations, mismanagement, degradation and lack of maintenance and vandalization of national assets, absence of rigour and thoroughness in planning - these, and more, are the reasonsfor the rot. Perhaps no singular event reflects our current attitude to things, and exemplifies our decline, as thefiasco of Nigeria's participation at the recently concluded 2012 London Summer Olympics. You will recall that our contingent failed to win a single medal in the games. Ourfortunes are even more dismal infootball, which is a national pastime, and a great unifying factor. No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 121

This should not surprise you, Distinguished colleagues. Afterall, the National Stadium, Abuja, our supposed symbol of sporting excellence, was recently discovered to be decrepit, overtaken by weeds and reptiles. What is surprising, and very worrisome, is that our psyche is beginning to accept this malady as normal. Ordinarily, such an appalling state of affairs ought to have been followed by voluntary resignations, or mass purges. But nobody has resigned, and nobody has been fired! Distinguished colleagues, there is no doubt that a drastic overhaul of our sports administration is long overdue.

It is heartwarming, however, that the tale has not been defined entirely by gloom.

Almost unexpectedly, and just as we were about to yield to despair, a glimmer of hope appeared. Thanks to our gallant and patriotic paralympians whose exploits at the just concluded London Paralympics, have buoyed the national spirit. Defying physical challenges and often chaotic preparations, these matadors soared, and left millions of our countrymen and women once more beaming with pride. Their heroism reminds us of the old Nigerian spirit of tenacity, of endurance, of perseverance and of excellence.

On the issue of the proposed introduction of N5, 000 notes by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), we listened to the raging submissions of distempered advocates on both sides.

Yesterday, the matter was exhaustively debated in this chamber. With sagacity and accustomed wisdom, the Senate resolved that the President should direct the CBN to stop the issuance of the N5,OOOnotes and all matters connected therewith in consonance with the wishes of Nigerians.

Those who manage the national economy cannot afford to chase shadows while the economy is in the doldrums. "WhatNigerians expect, and deserve, is the iniroduction.offiscal.and.manetary policies that will create jobs, fix healthcare and infrastructure, and stimulate the economy.

I congrotulaie all those who were recently conferred with National Honours, especially distinguished Senators. It is .gratifying that our nation has recognized your sacrifices and contributions to nation building.

Distinguished Colleagues, I thank you all for your past sacrifices, and trust that you are braced for even greater sacrifices. History teaches that there is no challenge that a nation cannot overcome through sacrifice, faith, patriotism, determination and constructive compromise.

As has happened in the past, through our prayers, sacrifice and dedication, the arc of our history will once more bend away from anarchy and turbulence, towards freedom, justice and national rebirth.

Distinguished Colleagues, my bosses, with these few words, I welcome you back to this chamber.

Thank you and God bless!

(Signed) Senator (Dr) David A. B. Mark, GCON, fnim PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE

5. Annonncement: Meeting: . The Senate President read a letter from Senator Barnabas A. I. Gemade (Benue North-East) as follows: _., - 122 Wednesdav. 19th September. 2012 No. 13

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The President of the Senate of the J!?' September, 2012 Federal Republic of Nigeria, National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Garki, Abuja.

Your Excellency Sir,

MEETING OF SENATORS THAT HA VE THEIR INTERVENTION PROJECTS UNDER NAPEP

There is going to be a meeting of all the Senators who channeled their intervention projects through National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP), today Wednesday, J9h September 2012, immediately after plenary,

VENUE: Room 117 Senate New Wzng.

Please endeavor to attend•

(Signed) SENATOR BARNABAS A. I. GEMADE OFR, FNSE (Nom /yange U Tiv) Chairman; Senate Committee on National Planning, Economic Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.

6. Personal Explanation: Rising on Rule 43, the Deputy Senate President, Senator {Enugu West) drew the attention of the Senate to the award of Honorary Doctorate Degree to the Senate President, Senator David A. B. Mark by the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) during its last graduation ceremony. The award and many others of its kind were recognition and testimony of the leadership qualities of the Senate President and the good work of the Senate as an Institution. On behalf of the entire Senate, he congratulated the Senate President over this award.

7. Presentation of Bills: (t) Petroleum Industry Bill 2012 (SB. 205) - Read the First Time.

(iz) Chartered Institute of Administration and Researchers of Nigeria (Establishment, etc.) Bill 2012 (SB. 204) - Read the First Time. No. 13 Wednesday, 19th September, 2012 123

8. Committee on Aviation: Report on the Violation of Aviation Laws and Practice by Foreign Airlines in Nigeria: Motion made: That the Senate do consider the Report of the Committee on Aviation, on the violation of Aviation Laws and Practice by Foreign Airlines in Nigeria (Senator Hope Uzodinma -bno West).

Question put and agreed to.

Report presented.

Debate:

Report committed to the Committee on Aviation for further Legislative Action.

9. Committee on Investment: Report on the National Automotive Design and Development Council Bill 2012 (SB. 25):

Consideration of Report deferred to another Legislative Day.

10. Communications Satellite Corporation/Industry (Establishment, etc.) Bill2012 (lIB. 208):

Consideration of Bill deferred to another Legislative Day.

11. National Oil Spill Detection and Response Act 2006 (Amendment) Bill 2012 (SB. 155): Motion made: That a Bill for an Act to amend the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Act 2006 to Provide for Penalties and Compensation for Oil Spills and for Other Related Matters 2012 be read the Second Time (Senator Abubakar O. Saraki - Kwara Central).

Debate:

Question put and agreed to.

Bill accordingly read the Second Time and referred to the Committee on Environment and Ecology to report within four (4) weeks.

12. Public Enterprises (Privatization and Commercialization) Act Cap P38 LFN 2004 (Amendment) Bill 2012 (SB.151):

Consideration of Bill deferred to another Legislative Day.

13. Adjournment: Motion made: That the Senate do now adjourn till Thursday, 20th September, 2012 at 10.00 a.m. (Senate Leader).

Adjourned accordingly at 2:00 p.m.

Dr; David A. B. Mark, GCON, fDim President, Sewe of ilie Federal Republic of Nigeria .

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