Senate Shifts plenary Resumption to October 7

Senate Shifts Plenary Resumption to October 7

 

The leadership of the 10th Senate has again adjusted its legislative calendar, moving the resumption of plenary sittings from September 23 to October 7, 2025.

 

The change was communicated in an internal memo signed by the Chief of Staff to the Senate President, Chinedu Akubueze, and obtained by The Nation yesterday.

 

The postponement has generated speculation within the National Assembly, as it extends the chamber’s annual recess by an additional two weeks. While no official reason was provided, sources said the delay allows senators to fully observe the upcoming Independence Day celebrations on October 1.

 

In the memo titled “Notice of Shift in Plenary Resumption Date,” Akubueze apologised to senators for the late notification, stating:

 

“This is to respectfully inform Distinguished Senators that the resumption of plenary sitting of the Senate, earlier scheduled for Tuesday, 23rd September, 2025, has been shifted to Tuesday, 7th October, 2025. Any inconvenience this short notice may cause is deeply regretted. Distinguished Senators are kindly invited to note the postponement and adjust their schedules accordingly. Thank you for your kind understanding, and God bless.”

 

The Senate had earlier adjourned plenary on July 24 for its annual recess. Senate President Godswill Akpabio then described the break as “chamber reciprocity,” noting that members of the House of Representatives were also on a recess in line with the legislative calendar.

 

With the latest shift, critical debates and pending motions—including oversight inquiries into government spending and executive appointments will remain on hold.