A heated debate erupted in the House of Representatives on Wednesday after lawmakers clashed over a motion seeking to invite President Bola Tinubu to explain the alleged delay in funding constituency projects across the country.
The motion, sponsored by Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, urged the President to appear before the Green Chamber to address concerns over the continued non-release of funds for constituency projects.
The proposal was seconded by another lawmaker, while an amendment was introduced calling for the suspension of plenary for one week until the funding issue is resolved.
The motions, however, sparked sharp disagreements among members of the House.
Opposing the move, Yusuf Gagdi argued that there was no basis for inviting the President, insisting that the execution and funding of constituency projects are the responsibility of the relevant ministries, departments and agencies rather than the Presidency.
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Gagdi also dismissed the proposal to suspend legislative activities for one week, describing it as unnecessary.
His position drew strong objections from some lawmakers, resulting in shouting matches and a rowdy atmosphere in the chamber as members exchanged heated arguments.
As tensions escalated, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas intervened to restore order and directed that the House vote on the matter to determine its position.
The outcome of the vote was not immediately announced as deliberations continued.