Troubled Nigeria: National Assembly threatens Buhari, passes vote of no confidence on IGP

The National Assembly has threatened to invoke its constitutional power of checking President Muhammadu Buhari if he fails to accede to their demands.

The Chairman of the National Assembly, Bukola Saraki, read the resolutions of the lawmakers after a closed-door session which lasted about three hours on Tuesday.

The resolutions were on insecurity around the country, ongoing prosecution of lawmakers, disregard of National Assembly authority by the Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, among others.

The lawmakers said they won’t hesitate to invoke their constitutional right if Mr Buhari fails to act.

While supporting its leadership, the lawmakers passed a vote of no-confidence on IGP Idris.

Mr Idris for three consecutive times failed to honour the Senate invitation to give explanation on security situation in the country and treatment of a senator, Dino Melaye.

The lawmakers threatened to invoke their constitutional powers if Mr Buhari fails to heed to their resolutions.

“Finally, the national assembly will not hesitate to invoke its constitutional power if nothing is done to address the bulk of resolutions passed today,” Mr Saraki said.

– Premium Time