ABUJA — The Senate has resumed plenary sessions on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, following its annual recess, with the ongoing constitutional amendment process and the tragic military aircraft crash in Ondo State dominating legislative proceedings.
Top on the order paper for the upper legislative chamber is the consideration of reports submitted by the Constitution Review Committee, alongside key executive communications, pending ministerial confirmations, and critical legislative bills awaiting second reading.
Lawmakers are expected to deliberate on the formal report and motion regarding the tragic crash of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Ilaje, Ondo State, which resulted in the loss of 32 military personnel.
The tragic incident previously prompted the Senate leadership to suspend its planned National Security Summit out of respect for the fallen service members, with the Red Chamber now scheduled to observe a minute of silence and officially transmit condolences to the Armed Forces and families of the deceased officers.
Additionally, the upper chamber will prioritize legislative discussions on economic stabilization measures, national security frameworks, and regional development initiatives as it kicks off the new legislative session at the National Assembly complex.
