The House of Representatives descended into a rowdy session on Thursday following a heated dispute over the nomination process for the position of Minority Leader. Philip Agbese, the lawmaker representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, raised a point of privilege during plenary, firmly denying reports that he endorsed Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere for the position.
Agbese alleged that his signature was forged on a nomination document purportedly supporting Ugochinyere's candidacy, describing the development as a serious breach of parliamentary integrity. The allegation triggered tension on the floor of the House, sparking protests among lawmakers and briefly disrupting proceedings before order was eventually restored.
The lawmaker called for a thorough investigation into the matter, emphasizing that such forgery undermines the credibility of the House. He urged the leadership to take appropriate action against those responsible to prevent future occurrences.
