The House of Representatives has reversed its earlier decision to suspend plenary for one week following protests by indigenous contractors at the National Assembly complex.
Earlier on Tuesday, the lawmakers had adjourned sittings until next week after contractors besieged the complex to demand payment for outstanding project funds allegedly captured in the 2024/2025 budgets.
The protest reportedly disrupted proceedings, prompting lawmakers to suspend plenary amid growing tensions.
However, a few hours later, the House rescinded its decision and announced it would resume plenary on Wednesday.
In a statement, Akin Rotimi, spokesperson of the House, said the reversal followed “positive developments arising from engagements and interventions across various levels of government concerning the issue.”
Similarly, in an internal memo to members, Yahaya Danzaria, Clerk of the House, explained that the resumption would allow the leadership to brief lawmakers on progress made toward resolving the contractors’ payment issues.
The House is expected to formally rescind its adjournment resolution through a substantive motion during Wednesday’s plenary session.
