The National Assembly has announced a one-week postponement of its plenary sessions, with the Senate and House of Representatives now scheduled to reconvene on May 6, 2025, instead of the previously set date of April 29.

In a statement from the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, the extension was attributed to lawmakers’ participation in Workers’ Day celebrations across their constituencies.

The delay comes at a time when the country faces growing concerns over insecurity, poverty, and unrest. In response, the Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) has called for a shift in focus from the 2027 elections to addressing the escalating insecurity across the nation.

NPSA President, Professor Hassan Saliu, highlighted that states like Benue, Borno, and Plateau are living in fear, condemning exclusionary politics that fuel insecurity. He emphasized that political culture, religious extremism, and poverty are key drivers of the crisis, warning of the economic consequences if the situation persists.

The NPSA’s statement comes at a critical moment when public confidence in governance is eroding, and national cohesion is at risk due to the deepening insecurity.