JUST IN: Protesters Shut Down National Assembly Over Unpaid Contracts!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Activities at the National Assembly were halted on Wednesday as a coalition of local contractors, legal representatives, and civil society groups staged a mass protest over unpaid debts reportedly amounting to N3 trillion.
What We Know:
- Protesters blocked major access points to the complex in Abuja, disrupting legislative and administrative functions.
- The group claims they executed contracts for various federal ministries and agencies but have not been paid for years.
- They demand immediate government intervention, citing economic hardship and business collapse.
Quote:
“We built, supplied, and delivered as agreed. Now we’re being punished with silence and debt.”
— Protester and contractor representative
Why It Matters:
- Signals deepening distrust between the government and local service providers.
- Adds pressure on lawmakers amid growing fiscal scrutiny and calls for accountability.
- Could affect future public-private partnerships if unresolved.
What to Watch:
- National Assembly leadership’s response and emergency sessions.
- Verification of contract claims and possible audit or probe.
- Broader civil unrest if similar grievances emerge in other sectors.
Sources:
- National Assembly Security Report – Nov. 5, 2025
- Protesters’ Public Petition to NASS
- Channels TV – “Contractors barricade National Assembly over debt”
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