Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has denied invading the Senate Chamber with thugs to steal the mace.

The battle for the mace at the Senate Chamber

A statement by a legal practitioner, Mr. Lucky Ajokperniovo for the office of the Senator, he said: “We are aware of several media reports suggesting that Senator Omo-Agege personally removed or encouraged anyone to remove the Mace of the Senate. This weighty allegation is not true at all.”

“Following the said media reports on the Mace issue, the Police authorities decided to hear from Senator Omo-Agege. He has told the Police his perspective to help them carry out a proper investigation. He has since left the Police. Senator Omo-Agege trusts them to thoroughly investigate this very serious matter.”

“We are carefully studying Senator Sabi’s allegations to ascertain their full ramifications. Appropriate responses will follow, as may be necessary.”