The House of Representatives has announced a one-week delay to its annual recess, which was originally scheduled to start on September 17, 2024.
The new resumption date is set for September 24, 2024.
According to Akin Rotimi, Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, the postponement is to accommodate important events, including the inauguration of the new Public Complaints Commission board and the formation of a joint committee to investigate the petroleum industry.
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The decision was communicated to members through an internal memo from the Clerk of the House, Yahaya Danzaria, following directives from the House Leadership.
He said, “During the recess, Honourable Members engaged extensively in constituency outreach across the country, addressing critical issues of concern to constituents, and deepening oversight of ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), in accordance with functions spelt out in the 1999 Constitution (As Amended) and the House Standing Orders.
“Upon reconvening, the leadership of the House will inaugurate the new board of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) and the Joint Senate/House Ad-hoc Committees on the Petroleum Industry Investigation on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
“Further details regarding these activities will be announced during plenary on the day of resumption.
“As the 10th Assembly resumes, it will continue to drive its Legislative Agenda, focusing on impactful reforms aimed at national development and fulfilling its mandate to the Nigerian people.”
