Nationwide Outcry: Akpabio Calls For Urgent Senate Session

Nationwide Outcry: Akpabio Calls For Urgent Senate Session....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the Nigerian Senate, has called an emergency session of the upper chamber ahead of a planned nationwide protest from August 1st to 10th. The emergency meeting is set for Wednesday, July 31st……….. CONTINUE READING

According to Naija News, the Senate Clerk, Chinedu Francis Akubueze, issued an internal memo about the session. The memo, signed by Akubueze, states that senators must make all necessary arrangements to attend, as critical national issues will be discussed.

The memo reads: “Dear Distinguished Senators,

The President of the Senate, His Excellency Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, has directed that an emergency plenary sitting be held as follows:

Date: WEDNESDAY, JULY 31st, 2024
TIME: 12 NOON

Senators are requested to ensure their attendance as important national matters will be on the agenda. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this interruption of the recess and appreciate your understanding.”

The National Assembly had begun a seven-week recess, scheduled to end on September 17th, 2024. Both the Senate and the House of Representatives were to observe this yearly break following their last plenary session.

Amidst growing economic concerns and hunger, Nigerians are preparing for widespread protests. Reports indicate that demonstrations have already started in Suleja, Niger State, ahead of the planned protest dates.

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