House of Reps Delays Resumption by One Week

The Nigerian House of Representatives has postponed its resumption by one week. Find out the new date and reasons for the delay.

Hon. Akintunde Rotimi, the House spokesman, announced that the resumption date of The House of Representatives has been delayed by a week.

The House, which was supposed to reconvene from its yearly break on Tuesday, September 17th will now commence plenary at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 24th of the same year.

An internal memo was circulated by the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, in compliance with a directive from House Leadership regarding a change in shift. However, no official explanation for altering the resumption date was given.

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Rotimi additionally disclosed that on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 when the House reconvenes, there will be a swearing-in ceremony for the recently appointed officials of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) and both Joint Senate/House Ad Hoc Committees that are responsible for investigating affairs within the Petroleum Industry.

While on recess, House members proactively connected with their constituents by tackling concerns and supervising ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) consistent with the responsibilities laid out in the 1999 Constitution (as amended) as well as House Standing Orders.

The 10th Assembly will continue to focus on propelling its Legislative Agenda, with a priority placed on implementing reforms that contribute towards national development and uphold the mandate bestowed upon them by the people of Nigeria.