The House of Representatives will hold an emergency plenary session on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 as Speaker Abbas plans to host a town hall meeting with young Nigerians.
Barely six days into its annual recess, the House of Representatives has summoned members from their respective constituencies to attend a crucial emergency plenary session on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
It also revealed that the Speaker Tajudeen Abbas (APC Kaduna), will host town hall engagement with young Nigerians
The House Spokesman Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr (APC E. in a statement revealed that the directive was communicated through an internal memorandum issued by the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, Esq., on Sunday.
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Rotimi noted that the House had commenced its annual recess on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
According to him, “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,”
The statement further revealed that, “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. Organised 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 organisations and civil society groups.
“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.
“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. This 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.” The statement added
OrderPaper recalls the member of House of Representatives had on July 18, 2024 announced a forfeiture of 50% of their salaries to cushion the effect of hardship in the country.
