Reps Postpones Resumption Of Annual Recess

The House of Representatives has postponed its annual recess which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

The new resumption date has now been slated for Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Hon. Akin Rotimi, Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, announced the delay in a statement to Parliamentary Correspondents on Wednesday.

He explained that the postponement was made to accommodate the inauguration of the new board of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) and the formation of the Joint Senate/House Ad-hoc Committees on the Petroleum Industry investigation.

The decision to reschedule was communicated to members through an internal memo from the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, Esq., 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.”