Legislative proceedings in Nigeria’s House of Representatives came to an unexpected halt on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, as lawmakers clashed over the implementation of the 2024 budget and the non-payment of indigenous contractors. The session, which began at 11:44 a.m., was quickly suspended after Speaker Abbas Tajudeen called for an executive (closed-door) session that lasted over an hour Premium Times.
Sources within the chamber revealed that lawmakers expressed mounting frustration over the preferential release of funds for capital projects and the Federal Government’s failure to settle verified debts owed to local contractors. The situation escalated after hundreds of aggrieved contractors reportedly barricaded the National Assembly complex, disrupting access and demanding immediate payment Business Hallmark.
A motion of urgent national importance, moved by Rep. Kabiru Maipalace (APC, Zamfara), called for a one-week suspension of plenary until the executive addresses the financial grievances. The motion was adopted, and the House adjourned, leaving several key bills and motions pending Business Hallmark.
Observers say the incident reflects deeper tensions between the legislature and executive over fiscal transparency, budget execution, and legislative oversight. It also underscores the growing pressure on the Tinubu administration to address contractor arrears and restore confidence in public procurement processes.
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