Amby Uneze in Owerri.
There were sporadic gunshots yesterday at the premises of the Imo State House of Assembly as the lawmakers suspended six lawmakers over what they described as alleged un-parliamentary conduct.
The Speaker of the assembly, Hon. Paul Emeziem, who made the announcement at plenary said the decision was taken at the executive session.
“Some members have been conducting themselves in an un-parliamentary manner thereby bringing the house to ridicule.
“We have thoroughly examined this issue at the executive session of the House and have resolved that peace and order must continue to reign.
“The executive session has therefore recommended the suspension of the members, who have engaged in different misconduct.
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