After 68 days vacation, lawmakers embark on another recess
Members of the National Assembly on Tuesday proceeded on a short break after being on vacation for the past 68 days. Our correspondent reports that the nation’s legislative body began its 2026 annual recess on Thursday, July 23, 2026, following the conclusion of plenary proceedings. The upper legislative chamber initially adjourned till Tuesday, September 15, […]
Following a 68-day vacation, members of Nigeria's National Assembly returned to work on Tuesday. The legislative body kicked off its 2026 annual recess on Thursday, July 23, 2026, after wrapping up plenary sessions. The upper chamber initially adjourned until Tuesday, September 15, but later extended the break to September 29 due to issues with sound systems in both chambers.
Upon their return on Tuesday, lawmakers once again adjourned until October 13, after extending the implementation of the 2025 budget's capital component. The adjournment was announced in the upper chamber following discussions about Nigeria's ongoing security concerns. The Senate confirmed that the October 13 return date coincides with the conclusion of its National Security Summit, aimed at developing new strategies to tackle intelligence and territorial security issues nationwide.
Members of the House of Representatives also adjourned after deliberating on fiscal measures. Both chambers are expected to resume full legislative activities and committee assignments upon their return in mid-October.
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