Reps To Resume Plenary Tuesday Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

The House of Representatives says it has asked its members to return to the lower chamber on Tuesday for resumption of legislative activities.

The resumption notice is coming at a time the country is witnessing a surge in its COVID-19 Cases.

The lower chamber  had, on the 24th of March, Suspended all activities and subsequently adjourned plenary to curtail the spread of the virus.

The notice of resumption was contained In a letter signed by the Clerk of the House, Patrick Giwa, to all members asking them to resume plenary on the 28th of April.

The letter further stated that the COVID-19 guidelines of the federal government, the NCDC and that of the house would be sent to the members pigeon hole for collection upon resumption.

“This is to inform all Members of the House of Representatives that the House will now resume plenary session on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at 10.am.

 

“Members are advised to take note of the new date of resumption, please.

 

“The Covid-19 Guidelines approved by the Federal Government and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and additional Guidelines developed by the House will be sent to Members’ pigeon holes for collection on resumption.

 

“Staff and Members’ Aides are to work from home and will be notified when needed in the office for any special assignment,” the letter read.