Nigerian Senate Order Paper March 11 2026: Key Bills & Motions
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the Nigerian Senate sat with a packed agenda that included the introduction of six new bills, a rare reversal on a previously passed ports regulation law, and the screening of a ministerial nominee. The session touched on issues ranging from FCT spending to youth service, customs, and exam malpractice — matters that directly affect millions of Nigerians.
The Nigerian Senate convened on March 11, 2026, with a full legislative agenda covering new bills, a significant procedural reversal, a ministerial screening, and committee reports.
Six bills received their First Reading, meaning they were formally introduced but not yet debated. These covered a proposed 2026 FCT budget, amendments to laws governing Federal Medical Centres, the National Youth Service Corps, Nigerian Customs Service, and Examination Malpractices, as well as a bill to alter the 1999 Constitution.
A major item was a motion to rescind and re-commit the Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Bill, 2026. The Senate had already passed this bill and sent it to the President, but the Ministry of Justice identified fundamental problems. A joint technical committee involving both chambers reviewed the President's concerns, prompting the Senate to reverse its earlier decision and send the bill back for fresh consideration.
The Senate also scheduled the screening of Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, nominated by President Tinubu as a minister, as required under Section 147(2) of the 1999 Constitution.
Additionally, the 2025 budget proposal of the Niger Delta Development Commission came up for consideration, alongside two bills from the House of Representatives seeking Senate concurrence.
