Senator Ita Enang, Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters (Senate), has denied proposing the use of the 2011 Standing Rule for the inauguration of the 9th National Assembly. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Enang clarified that at no point did he suggest that the National Assembly should revert to the 2011 standing orders for the 9th Assembly’s inauguration.

He emphasized that such a decision falls outside his responsibilities, both as a government official and as a presenter during National Assembly functions. Enang urged all individuals discussing matters related to the legislature to maintain respect for both the legislators and the legislative institution.

Enang noted that some media headlines misrepresented his comments from a recent orientation program for National Assembly members-elect, where he had discussed parliamentary practices. He explained that his actual remarks were aimed at fostering unity among lawmakers and encouraging them to work together across party lines for the nation’s benefit.

During the seminar, which was chaired by Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, the topic of the Senate or House Rules to be used during the Assembly’s inauguration was raised, but Enang stated that he did not advocate for the use of any specific version of the rules.