Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday revealed that the 10th National Assembly has introduced a total of 844 bills within its first two years of legislative activity.
Akpabio made the disclosure while addressing a joint session of the National Assembly attended by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as part of events commemorating Nigeria’s 2024 Democracy Day.
The special session, held at the National Assembly complex, was also attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, members of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, and both current and former lawmakers.
President Tinubu had earlier cancelled his scheduled nationwide broadcast, opting instead to deliver his address during the joint parliamentary session marking the country’s 26th Democracy Day.
Speaking on the Senate’s performance, Akpabio said the upper chamber had made notable legislative progress.
“In just two years, the Senate has introduced 844 bills. Of these, 107 are currently undergoing consideration at various committee stages, while 499 have successfully progressed to the second reading,” Akpabio said.
He further noted that 26 executive bills had been deliberated upon, focusing on key policy reforms and national development.
In addition, he said the Senate received over 100 public petitions from Nigerians seeking justice and transparency.
“This level of productivity is unprecedented in the history of the Nigerian Senate within a two-year period,” Akpabio added.
During his address, the Senate President also proposed the creation of a national museum dedicated to June 12, to preserve the history and legacy of the pivotal 1993 presidential election.
He stressed the importance of collaboration between arms of government in advancing national development.
“Progress is achieved when governance is based on partnership, not rivalry. Democracy is not a privilege—it is a responsibility we must protect,” he said.