The House of Representatives has said it will reconvene for an emergency session, on Wednesday, to deliberate on pressing national issues.
The chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Akin Rotimi Jnr, stated this in a statement, on Monday. The Green chamber had commenced a seven weeks annual vacation on June 23.
This is coming amidst rising tension the planned national wide protests, been organs by different groups to protest the hardship in the country. Prior to its vacation, the House had resolved that members donate half of their salaries for six months, as part of efforts to ameriolate the sufferings of Nigerians.
Rotimi noted that lawmakers, who had already proceeded to their respective constituencies, have already be summoned to return the capital city, Abuja, for the emergency session.
According to him, “Honourable Members have been duly summoned from their respective constituencies to attend this crucial session. This directive was communicated through an internal memorandum issued by the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, Esq., on Sunday.
“The House had commenced its annual recess on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The Annual Recess provides Honourable Members with the opportunity to engage extensively with their constituencies, ensuring that the legislative process remains attuned to public input.
“This period also allows for in-depth engagements at the grassroots, facilitating a deeper understanding of the constituents’ needs and priorities.
“It is, however, customary for the House to reconvene from recess to address pressing national issues. The forthcoming session will focus on critical matters requiring immediate legislative attention. Honourable Members are expected to make the necessary arrangements to ensure their presence.”
Rotimi further stated “the reconvening will facilitate a significant engagement with young Nigerians through a town hall meeting hosted by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., on Wednesday at the National Assembly.
“This town hall is a key component of the Legislative Agenda of the 10th House, which emphasises sustained youth engagement and the promotion of youth political participation.”
