On July 23, 2026, The President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, has reiterated the necessity of maintaining legislative decorum and strict adherence to procedural rules on the floor of the upper chamber, urging lawmakers to lead by example during parliamentary deliberations.
Furthermore, The Senate issued a stern warning to all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) as well as Government-Owned Enterprises (GOEs), declaring that failure to honor legislative invitations will henceforth trigger constitutional sanctions.
In addition, The Senate has officially declared the severely dilapidated Onyagede-Ogobia Federal Road in Benue State a national security concern, calling on the Federal Government to initiate immediate emergency repairs alongside a full ₦15.056 billion reconstruction program.
The Senate has issued a clarification regarding the proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) Establishment Act, 2007, emphasizing that the legislation does not introduce a new ban on preaching or hawking inside commercial vehicles.
Lastly, The Senate adjourned plenary to September 12, 2026 to observe its annual legislative recess.
