A Coalition of Civil Society Organisations on Transparency and Accountability, has called on the Nigerian Senate to discontinue what it described as a misdirected and embarrassing probe into an alleged missing ₦210 trillion from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), urging lawmakers instead to concentrate on substantive reforms in the petroleum sector.

The Coalition in a press statement jointly signed by Comrades Danesi Momoh Prince and Igwe, Ude-Umanta, Conveners for Empowerment for Unemployed Youth Initiative and Guidance of Democracy and Development Initiative respectively, criticised the ongoing investigation as a circus show that lacks factual basis and wastes public resources.

According to the CSOs, “since last year, the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria through its Public Accounts Committee has embarked on a senseless rigmarole and shadow chasing in the name of recovering N210 trillion naira missing (only in their imagination or mischief) from the NNPCL.

This circus show is meant for the committee to appear to be doing something, thereby inadvertently tarnishing the images of those the so called investigation points at and infuriating uninformed Nigerians against them. We insist that the Senate knows deep in their hearts that no such amount of money is missing. So only them can explain what they are actually up to.

“The claim of a missing ₦210 trillion is imaginary and unsubstantiated. The Senate’s continued focus on the allegation diverts attention from critical issues affecting Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. We are deeply concerned that the Senate is investing time and taxpayer money into probing figures that have no credible backing.

“This approach not only misleads the public but also undermines the seriousness of legislative oversight. It is our informed position that the Senate should prioritise pressing challenges in the petroleum sector, including transparency in oil revenue management, fuel subsidy concerns, regulatory inefficiencies, and the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).

“Already, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has already looked at the records under review. We believe that if there are further questions, those involved will answer them or face the consequences there of. It is not for the Senate to continue to create the impression that some people may have stolen N210 trillion of public money. It is not correct under the circumstance and it should stop. This appears to be pure legislative shenanigans.

“Sensational and unfounded probes can risk eroding investor confidence and damaging the credibility of Nigeria’s governance institutions. Since the petroleum sector remains the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, what is needed now is focused, data-driven oversight as against the clout chasing investigations.

The Coalition equally charged the Nigerian Senate to come clean and sanitise their house against the myraid accusations and allegations that have trailed their activities

“We think the Senate should rather be sober at this time the National Assembly is being accused of legislative rigging of the 2026 Electoral Act or deliberate insertion of clauses clearly designed for electoral fraud.

“Let us further remind Nigerians that since the inauguration of the 3rd National Assembly till this 10th one, the National Assembly has never recovered a kobo for Nigeria in all their probes. Instead, a lawmaker has gone to prison for receiving bribe during an orchestrated probe of the oil sector (which is exactly the same as this one by Public Accounts Committee of the Senate).

“Our suspicion based on the antecedents of the National Assembly is that the Senator Aliyu Wadada Public Accounts Committee may be trying to force the accused persons to compromise. This is electioneering time and we know some of the politico-financial undercurrents.

The CSOs concluded by calling for a more responsible and evidence based approach from lawmakers, emphasising the need for reforms that would enhance “accountability, efficiency, and sustainable growth in the sector.

“We all support public accountability. But when they come with deliberate public misinformation, bandied figures and attempt to embarrass those who offered meritorious national service, it must be rejected in the interest of justice and fairness. The Senate should abandon this embarrassment of a so called probe and focus on issues that are relevant to national economy and development.

“Infact, we wish to advise the Senate to help the unemployed, underemployed and masses of the Nigerian people by focusing on how NNPCL can deliver better under the current leadership where the business of the company appears more secret and veiled than security information and activities”.

The Tinubu Mega Group (TMG) has ignited what observers are already describing as a nationwide political wave, rolling out an aggressive, multi-layered mobilisation strategy ahead of its historic May 17, 2026 National Convention in Abuja.

In a bold declaration of intent, the group, a formidable coalition of over 1,500 organisations cutting across civil society, professional bodies, labour unions, artisan networks, and grassroots movements, stated that Nigeria is witnessing the rise of an unprecedented national alignment in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The development was made known in a statement signed on Monday in Abuja by Kennedy Tabuko on behalf of the National Secretariat. TMG announced that the countdown to May 17 will not be business as usual, but a relentless, coordinated national build-up designed to dominate public discourse, energise supporters, and firmly position the convention as the single most consequential political convergence in recent Nigerian history.

From the following days, the group will flood the media space with daily high-impact engagements, including front-page newspaper features, primetime television appearances, and strategic radio domination across all geopolitical zones. According to TMG, the objective is clear, to ensure that the voice of millions of Nigerians resonates in every corner of the country.

On the digital front, the group is activating a full-scale online offensive, deploying influencers, content creators, and grassroots digital networks to drive viral conversations under coordinated messaging. Daily videos, testimonials, and real-time mobilisation updates will showcase the growing momentum behind the movement.

Beyond the media, TMG revealed plans for simultaneous street-level actions across states, including coordinated road walks, market activations, and community rallies, transforming the build-up into a visible, people-driven movement.

In what it described as a “clear demonstration of unstoppable momentum,” the group confirmed that it will begin releasing milestone figures from its nationwide endorsement drive, building up to the formal presentation of 20 million signatures at the convention.

As the date draws closer, TMG will escalate its activities with a high-profile national media tour, massive outdoor visibility campaigns, and a final wave of coordinated engagements designed to ensure total national attention.

The group emphasised that the May 17 Convention will not merely be an event, but a defining national moment where a broad coalition of Nigerians will publicly and decisively endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“This is not just mobilisation, this is a movement. This is the convergence of millions of voices across professions, regions, and social classes. Nigeria is aligning, and the message is unmistakable,” the statement declared.

TMG further assured that all activities will be conducted peacefully and in line with democratic principles, while urging Nigerians to be part of what it described as “a historic show of unity and national direction.”

With preparations now in full throttle, all eyes are on Abuja as May 17 approaches, a date TMG insists will redefine the scale and structure of civic and political engagement in Nigeria.

In what is being described as an unprecedented political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, a broad-based national coalition cutting across civil society organisations, professional bodies, labour groups, artisan associations, and other grassroots networks has announced plans to formally endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office.

The coalition, spearheaded by the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria, COCSON, now extends far beyond the traditional civic space, bringing together over 1,500 groups from diverse sectors of the Nigerian society. Participants include human rights organisations, medical and legal professionals, trade and artisan unions, community-based organisations, and influential labour leaders, reflecting a wide national spread and multi-sectoral backing.

The historic convention is scheduled to hold on May 17, 2026, where leaders and representatives of the various groups are expected to converge in what organisers say will be the largest endorsement gathering in Nigeria’s history. The event will serve as the official platform for the coalition to collectively declare support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

In a major demonstration of grassroots mobilisation, the coalition also revealed plans to submit a compiled total of 20 million signatures of Nigerians who have endorsed the President’s candidacy. The signatures, gathered through extensive nationwide engagement, are being positioned as a clear indication of public support cutting across regions, professions, and social strata.

Organisers of the event stated that the decision to back President Tinubu is driven by what they described as tangible strides in economic reforms, governance, and national stability. They emphasised that the inclusion of non-traditional actors such as artisans, market groups, and labour unions underscores a broader national consensus that transcends the usual civil society framework.

Political analysts say the scale and diversity of this coalition mark a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape, where support structures are no longer confined to political parties and elite stakeholders but are increasingly driven by a fusion of grassroots and professional constituencies.

As momentum builds towards the May 17 convention, observers are keenly watching how this expansive alliance will shape political narratives and influence voter sentiment in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.

Further details on the convention and breakdown of participating groups are expected to be unveiled in the coming days.

In what is being described as an unprecedented political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, a broad-based national coalition cutting across civil society organisations, professional bodies, labour groups, artisan associations, and other grassroots networks has announced plans to formally endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office.

The coalition, spearheaded by the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria, COCSON, now extends far beyond the traditional civic space, bringing together over 1,500 groups from diverse sectors of the Nigerian society. Participants include human rights organisations, medical and legal professionals, trade and artisan unions, community-based organisations, and influential labour leaders, reflecting a wide national spread and multi-sectoral backing.

The historic convention is scheduled to hold on May 17, 2026, where leaders and representatives of the various groups are expected to converge in what organisers say will be the largest endorsement gathering in Nigeria’s history. The event will serve as the official platform for the coalition to collectively declare support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

In a major demonstration of grassroots mobilisation, the coalition also revealed plans to submit a compiled total of 20 million signatures of Nigerians who have endorsed the President’s candidacy. The signatures, gathered through extensive nationwide engagement, are being positioned as a clear indication of public support cutting across regions, professions, and social strata.

Organisers of the event stated that the decision to back President Tinubu is driven by what they described as tangible strides in economic reforms, governance, and national stability. They emphasised that the inclusion of non-traditional actors such as artisans, market groups, and labour unions underscores a broader national consensus that transcends the usual civil society framework.

Political analysts say the scale and diversity of this coalition mark a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape, where support structures are no longer confined to political parties and elite stakeholders but are increasingly driven by a fusion of grassroots and professional constituencies.

As momentum builds towards the May 17 convention, observers are keenly watching how this expansive alliance will shape political narratives and influence voter sentiment in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.

Further details on the convention and breakdown of participating groups are expected to be unveiled in the coming days.