House of Representatives Dismisses Alleged Plot Against Abbas, Acknowledges Members Grievances With Speaker

A national newspaper (not THISDAY), had reported that the lawmakers were preparing for a showdown with the speaker when the House reconvenes on September 23.

However, in a statement, yesterday, spokesperson for the House, Hon. Akin Rotimi, maintained that the lawmakers remained solidly behind Abbas.

He accused the paper of  elevating isolated remarks and informal conversations from House WhatsApp groups as if they represent the official position of any House caucus or the House itself.

“Contrary to insinuations of an impending ‘showdown’, the House remains united under the leadership of Hon. Abbas Tajudeen Speaker of the House. 

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