The resumption, earlier postponed by two weeks, stalled progress on several national priorities, including the proposed National Security Summit, amendments to the Electoral Act, the Constitution Alteration Bill, and the long-pending National Assembly Budget and Research Office Bill aimed at strengthening fiscal oversight.

An internal memo from the Senate leadership confirmed the new resumption date, citing the need for members to participate in Independence Day activities. However, the delay has sparked public concern over the growing backlog of critical issues, particularly the Security Summit expected to address worsening insecurity.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who heads the committee on the summit, has promised a grassroots-driven approach to security policymaking, stressing that peace remains essential for development.

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Also awaiting debate is a bill to amend sections of the 1999 Constitution considered outdated for Nigeria’s evolving democracy.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has highlighted the chamber’s record legislative output. Still, critics say repeated adjournments and recesses have slowed action on urgent national challenges, raising questions about the Senate’s ability to deliver on its promises.

Source: Punch