The Senate has postponed its resumption from September 23 to October 7, prolonging its recess amid speculation the delay is tied to Independence Day celebrations.
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 decision was communicated in an internal memo signed by the Chief of Staff to the Senate President, Chinedu Akubueze, and obtained by PUNCH Online on Monday.
The shift extends the chamber’s annual recess by two weeks, sparking concerns among stakeholders over delayed legislative business.
Although no official explanation was offered, sources within the National Assembly told our correspondent that the extension was to allow lawmakers participate fully in the October 1 Independence Day celebrations.
In the memo titled “Notice of Shift in Plenary Resumption Date”, Akubueze apologised for the late communication, saying, “Any inconvenience this short notice may cause is deeply regretted. Distinguished Senators are kindly invited to note the postponement and adjust their schedules accordingly.”
With the extension, pending motions, oversight inquiries, and executive confirmations remain stalled.