The Nigerian Senate has announced a shift in its resumption date by two weeks, extending the lawmakers’ recess beyond the initially scheduled period.
In a brief statement issued on Monday by the Clerk of the Senate, the upper chamber disclosed that members would now reconvene on October 8, 2025, instead of the earlier date. No explanation was provided for the adjustment.
The announcement has fueled speculation among political observers and the public, with many questioning the rationale behind the sudden change. While some sources within the National Assembly linked the postponement to ongoing renovations in the Senate chamber, others hinted at unresolved internal consultations on pending legislative business.
Stakeholders had expected the lawmakers’ return to focus on pressing issues, including the consideration of the 2026 Appropriation Bill, security challenges across the country, and oversight of recent economic reforms.
“The silence on why the resumption was moved is worrisome. Nigerians deserve to know why the Senate has delayed, especially at a time when critical issues are piling up,” a civil society activist told reporters.
This is not the first time the National Assembly has shifted resumption without giving a reason, a trend critics say undermines transparency and accountability in legislative operations.
As of press time, Senate leadership has not issued any clarification beyond the official notice of postponement.
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