Anambra State House of Assembly have given indication that it will lift suspension on the member representing Ayamelum state constituency,Hon. Bernard Udemezue.
Udemezue had been suspended in August 2025, following accusation that he made social media posts revealing certain information about the workings of the house, including their allowances and emoluments.
Though the lawmaker defended himself, saying his actions were based on his promise to his constituents that if elected, he would run an open door policy and render necessary account of his stewardship, including making his pay known.
He was initially suspended for six months, but after the suspension elapsed, he made attempt to resume, but was again sent out for for another three months for not following the procedure, which also involved an apology to the house.
Meanwhile, the Speaker of the assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, on Wednesday directed the House Committee on Rules, Ethics and Privileges to review the suspension.
Speaking during plenary, Udeze tasked the committee, chaired by the Majority Leader, Ikenna Ofodeme, to urgently re-examine the matter in line with the House resolution and report back to the assembly on the next adjourned date.
The Speaker said that the lifting of the suspension is subject to review by the committee, which he said will assess the level of compliance by the affected member to the suspension meted out to him.
He said the committee will review these and report to the house during the next adjourned date for recommendations and consideration.
Udemezue is expected to serve out his suspension on February 26, 2026.
