Breaking News: A Dramatic U-Turn by the Reps! Plenary Session Resumes Wednesday
In a surprising twist, the House of Representatives has decided to reconvene for a plenary session on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, after initially suspending it for a week. This unexpected move comes as a response to the ongoing issue of unpaid local contractors by the Federal Government.
The lawmakers had previously expressed their frustration over the poor implementation of the capital budget for 2024 and 2025. They even went as far as issuing an ultimatum, threatening strict measures against key government officials, including the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, and others, if the debts owed to contractors were not settled within a week.
But here's where it gets controversial... Just a few hours after their bold statement, the House reversed its decision. The spokesman, Akin Rotimi, cited "positive developments" resulting from engagements and interventions at various government levels as the reason for this sudden change.
The official statement, issued by the Clerk of the House, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, Esq., reads, "The House of Representatives will reconvene for plenary on Wednesday, contrary to the earlier resolution. This decision is based on the progress made in addressing the concerns that led to the adjournment, particularly the contractors' agitations and the release of funds under the 2024/2025 budget."
And this is the part most people miss... The early resumption will allow the House leadership to brief members on the progress made and discuss matters of national importance. At Wednesday's plenary, the House is expected to formally rescind its earlier adjournment, paving the way for continued proceedings.
The leadership has urged all members to make arrangements to attend this crucial session.
This turn of events raises questions about the effectiveness of such ultimatums and the dynamics of power within the government. Is this a victory for the contractors, or a strategic move by the House? What impact will this have on future budget implementations and government accountability?
Share your thoughts in the comments! Do you think this U-turn is a step towards progress, or a mere political maneuver?
