Contractors' Protest Brings Gridlock to National Assembly Complex

There was gridlock earlier today at the National Assembly complex in Abuja as aggrieved local contractors staged a protest over the alleged non-payment of accumulated debts by the Federal Government.

The protest, which began early in the morning, caused heavy traffic around the complex as staff, lawmakers, and visitors struggled to gain access to the premises.

During plenary, the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, raised a motion of urgent national importance on the development. He reminded members that the House leadership had previously intervened in the matter and met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who reportedly directed that all verified debts owed to local contractors be settled. The motion received overwhelming support from lawmakers.

Also speaking, Ahmadu Kabiru Mai-Palace moved another motion urging the House to adjourn plenary sessions for one week in solidarity with the protesting contractors. His motion was seconded by the Chairman of the House Committee on Rules and Business, Francis Waive, and supported by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu.

After deliberations, the House adopted the motion and resolved to suspend its plenary sessions until next week.

The contractors are demanding immediate payment for completed government projects, while the House of Representatives has pledged to continue engaging relevant authorities to ensure the issue is resolved.

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