The relationship between the Nigerian government's executive and legislative branches during President Buhari's term has been strained, affecting governance. The National Assembly, led by Saraki and Dogara, clashed with the presidency and APC party, causing a deadlock. Attempts to remove Saraki failed, leading to a tense atmosphere. The paper suggests that to improve governance and democracy in Nigeria, political leaders must stop acting above the law, which fuels conflicts between the executive and legislature.