The Plateau State Police Command has sealed off the House of Assembly complex in response to the escalating speakership crisis among its members.
Yusufu Aminu Idegu reports that anti-riot police officers arrived at the assembly complex at 5 am and blockaded the main entrance. Although the police command has not yet released an official statement on the matter, it is believed that the action is linked to the ongoing conflict within the House of Assembly.
Two factions have emerged within the House: one loyal to the current Speaker, Rt. Hon Yakubu Sanda, and the other supporting the reinstated Speaker, Rt. Hon Ayuba Abok, who was impeached in October 2021. A court ruling on Monday reinstated Abok, and he subsequently attempted to reclaim his position at the assembly the following day.
