Following the hot mess that happened today at the National House of Assembly, it is obvious that the political terrain in Nigeria continues to be heated.
Earlier today, there was serious commotion and uproar at the National Assembly as armed security operatives were present at the complex, allegedly to prevent Aminu Tambuwal, Speaker of the House of Representatives, from entering into the complex.
Other lawmakers who came with the speaker were also locked out and they had to climb the gate to get in!
Meanwhile, Senate President, David Mark and hundreds of senators were also prevented from gaining entrance into the complex and all the gates leading to the National Assembly were shut to prevent the lawmakers from sitting.
According to reports, over 100 newly deployed security operatives from the Department of State Service (DSS) and the Nigeria police, took over the security checks at the National Assembly and this led to serious traffic jam in the area as the security operatives were conducting checks on incoming vehicles at different locations.
In reaction to this fracas, the Senate President, David Mark has ordered the shut down of the National Assembly till next week, while the House of Reps have adjourned till 3rd of December. The Inspector General of police has also been ordered to appear before the House to explain what happened today.
Like seriously? in a civilized society?All of this on President Goodluck Jonathan's birthday? Act 8 Scene 1(*grabspopcorn*)
This is horrible!!!!
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