The Senate on Thursday stepped down consideration of the Chartered Institute of Training and Development of Nigeria (Establishment) Bill, 2026, following a heated debate among lawmakers over its relevance and possible duplication of the functions of existing institutions.
The proposed legislation seeks to establish a professional body for certified trainers and development practitioners in Nigeria.
However, several senators expressed reservations about the bill, questioning its necessity and whether it would add value to the country’s existing regulatory and professional framework.
Leading the opposition, Senator Abdul Ningi cautioned against approving the bill simply because it originated from the House of Representatives.
He said, “We can’t be emotional because it’s coming from a sister chamber and pass it. The bill doesn’t have the required merit to go through.”
Some lawmakers also argued that the proposed institute could overlap with the responsibilities of existing training, management and professional development institutions.
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