The House of Representatives will hold an emergency session on Wednesday, July 31, as announced by the House spokesman, Hon. Akintunde Rotimi.
In a statement on Monday, July 29, Rotimi conveyed that the plenary session follows the directive of the Speaker, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen.
“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,” Rotimi stated.
The House had commenced its annual recess on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The recess allows members to engage extensively with their constituencies, ensuring the legislative process remains attuned to public input and facilitating a deeper understanding of constituents’ needs and priorities.
However, it is 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 necessary arrangements to ensure their presence.
Additionally, the reconvening will facilitate significant engagement with young Nigerians through a town hall meeting hosted by the Speaker, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Wednesday at the National Assembly. Organized in collaboration with YIAGA Africa and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), the town hall will bring together youth leaders, students from tertiary institutions, young professionals, and representatives from various youth organizations and civil society groups.
“This town hall is a key component of the Legislative Agenda of the 10th House, which emphasizes sustained youth engagement and the promotion of youth political participation. It is designed to provide a platform for young Nigerians to voice their concerns, share their ideas, and engage directly with legislative leaders on issues impacting their lives and futures,” Rotimi noted.
The initiative aims to bridge the gap between policymakers and the younger generation, ensuring that policies and laws are inclusive and address the specific needs of the youth.
“The 10th House of Representatives remains steadfast in its commitment to representing the interests of the Nigerian people and advancing the nation’s development,” Rotimi added.
While the statement did not specify the reason for recalling members to attend the session, it may be related to the planned nationwide protest scheduled for Thursday.
