Why Is Nigeria’s Minister Giving Lawmakers 125kg of Rice? | The ‘Rice Gate’ Scandal Explained

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Rice Scandal in Nigeria’s National Assembly?** Minister of Works Dave Umahi sparks outrage after offering *5 bags of rice* to each of the 360 House of Representatives members—months after a similar gesture in 2024. Is this a token of appreciation… or a breach of the **separation of powers**?

In this explosive deep dive, we analyze the **Umahi rice controversy**, reactions from lawmakers like Afam Ogene and Billy Osawaru, constitutional concerns, historical parallels (like the 2005 Senate bribery scandal), and why many see this as **insulting, demeaning, and politically dangerous**.

We also explore the collapse of **constituency projects under Tinubu**, frustrated lawmakers nearing the end of their tenure, and whether this “gift” is really about **executive influence over legislative independence**.

🔍 *Key Topics Covered:*
Dave Umahi rice distribution 2026
Nigerian House of Representatives scandal
Executive vs Legislative arm conflict
Abuse of public office or cultural gesture?
Why Afam Ogene called the rice “an insult”
Where’s the Speaker’s Office in all this?
Public reaction & civil society backlash

📌 *Don’t miss* our balanced, fact-based breakdown of one of Nigeria’s most bizarre political moments yet—where **rice becomes a symbol of power, patronage, and institutional decay**.

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