The Delta State House of Assembly (DSHA) has suspended another member, Oboro Preyor, for alleged gross misconduct, imposing a 14-day legislative ban.
The motion for Preyor’s suspension was moved by Majority Leader Emeka Nwaobi, representing Aniocha North, and seconded by Mathew Omonade, representing Ughelli North 1 constituency.
Following the adoption of the motion, Speaker Emomotimi Guwor directed the Sergeant-at-Arms to escort the suspended lawmaker out of the chamber.
The Speaker also announced that an ad hoc committee would be established to investigate the reasons behind the suspension.
Preyor is now the third lawmaker suspended within the last three months.
In related developments, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori will present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the Assembly on Thursday. The Governor’s intention was conveyed in a letter to the House, read by Speaker Guwor.
In accordance with Section 121, subsection 1, of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Governor requested an audience on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. to present the proposed Recurrent and Capital estimates for the 2025 fiscal year.
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