A video published by Platinum TV on June 12, 2026, captured a moment during Senate proceedings in which Senator Orji Uzor Kalu called for the withdrawal of remarks previously made by fellow senator Adams Oshiomhole concerning the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited.
The discussion emerged during deliberations in the Senate, where lawmakers debated issues relating to statements made about the nation’s state-owned oil company. Kalu expressed the view that comments made during parliamentary proceedings should be carefully addressed when concerns arise over their accuracy or potential impact.
According to the senator, allowing such remarks to remain uncorrected could lead to confusion and may affect public perception of both the institution under discussion and the Senate itself. He argued that it was important to ensure that the official legislative record accurately reflected the position of lawmakers on the matter.
Kalu therefore urged that Oshiomhole be requested to publicly retract the statement in question. He maintained that a formal withdrawal would provide clarity, strengthen the integrity of the Senate’s records, and prevent future misunderstandings regarding the chamber’s stance on issues concerning NNPC Limited.
The senator emphasized the importance of accountability in legislative debates, noting that statements made on the floor of the Senate carry significant weight and should be addressed when disputes arise. He suggested that a public correction would demonstrate respect for parliamentary procedure and contribute to maintaining confidence in the institution.
Speaking during the session, Kalu stated: “I want Adams Oshiomhole to withdraw that statement, it would make good to this senate that he would be ask to withdraw that statement publicly, so that it would be on record that he did.”
His comments formed part of a broader exchange among lawmakers as they examined issues related to the operations and public perception of NNPC Limited.
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