The Senate on Tuesday resumed plenary with key decisions on security and national developnment.
The Senate considered a motion on the security situations in Plateau state co-sponsored by Senator Diket Plang (Plateau Central) and Senator Dachung Mwadkon (Plateau North), calling for a thorough investigation and urging security agencies to establish permanent military barracks in the affected areas. Lawmakers also observed a minute of silence in honour of the victims.
The Senate mandates INEC to restore three constituncies in benue state in line with the court of appeal judgment ahead of the 2027 Elections.
The Senate extended the implementation of the 2025 Capital Budget to June 30, 2026 to allow for better execution of ongoing projects.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio declared three senatorial seats vacant following the passing of members of the 10th senate paving the way for by-elections.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally requested the Senate’s approval for a strategic upward review of the 2026 Appropriation Bill, proposing an additional ₦9 trillion to the national budget.
$6bn external financing approved for infrastructure and development.
Plenary was adjourned to April 21, 2026 due to Easter Break.
