The House of Representatives has temporarily suspended its plenary session in tribute to the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, following his untimely demise during the National Assembly’s annual recess. This gesture aligns with the long-standing tradition of the National Assembly, where the first sitting is adjourned in honor of any deceased federal lawmaker. Legalinkz.com reports that the plenary will reconvene on Wednesday, 25th September.
Senator Ubah, a prominent businessman and CEO of Capital Oil, passed away after travelling to the UK for a medical procedure. He was due to celebrate his 53rd birthday on September 3. This tragic news comes as Nigerian senators and members of the House of Representatives return to Abuja to resume full legislative activities after a two-month recess, which began on July 23 and was extended by an additional week.
According to Legalinkz.com, several urgent national issues emerged during the National Assembly’s absence, demanding immediate attention from the legislators. As the 469 federal lawmakers reconvene, many of these matters, which have been the subject of public discourse nationwide, will take centre stage, requiring swift legislative responses.
The resumption of plenary comes at a critical time as Nigeria grapples with significant challenges that demand legislative intervention. The issues that have arisen during the recess are expected to shape the legislative agenda in the coming days, potentially impacting millions of Nigerians. Legalinkz.com emphasizes that the nation’s lawmakers must prioritize these concerns, affecting their constituents and the broader public.
