Saraki was granted bail after pleading not guilty, and in
a statement, Senator Ibrahim Danbaba
reaffirmed the house’s support for their leader.
The statement reads: “After the majority of us, Senators
of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, witnessed the
appearance of our President, Senator Abubakar Bukola
Saraki at the Code of Conduct Tribunal this morning,
we are happy that he appeared at the tribunal after
availing himself of the opportunity to defend his
fundamental human rights.
“We also want to state here, on behalf of our
colleagues, that the Senate remains solidly behind
Senator Saraki and we express our unalloyed support for
his leadership.
“We reiterate the fact that he is our choice for the
post of Senate President and no politically motivated,
mischievous and vindictive trial will change our opinion
of him.
“By his appearance at the tribunal, he has demonstrated
his firm belief in the rule of law and his respect for
our judicial process.
“We join Dr. Saraki in affirming our commitment to rule
of law, constitutionalism and democracy.
“We only hope the other arms of government will ensure
that due processes and procedures are followed in this
trial and on all other issues.
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