Resolving Prolonged Crisis in Zamfara Assembly
The suspension of 10 members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly by the state legislature since February 26, 2024, and the extension of suspension of seven of them on
From February 26, 2024, to May 13, 2026, a significant portion of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, including ten members, faced indefinite suspension due to accusations of misconduct and high-handedness. This led to the resignation of seven of these suspended lawmakers from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in March 2026, citing insecurity and lack of concern for the people's welfare.
The remaining lawmakers, led by speaker Hon. Bilyaminu Ismail Moriki, claimed their suspension was due to gross misconduct, conspiracy, and violations of the Assembly's rules, but prolonged salary non-payment and the resignation of seven lawmakers from the APC highlighted the unresolved issues and lack of stability.
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