Proposed extension of MPs mandate till Dec 20, 2026: Gov’t advances financial constraints, need for better electoral organisation as reasons

By Doh James Sonkey Barely some few days after his election as House Speaker, Hon Datouo Theodore has received Bill N0 2092/PJL/AN from government, to extend the term of office of Members of Parliament. The Bill was tabled at the National Assembly last March 18, 2026 as was judged admissible by the chairmen conference. The Bill was later presented to the Lower House by the House Speaker, the Right Hon Datouo Theodore and sent to a commission for deeper examination and possible adoption by the House. According to the bill, the term of office of Members of Parliament, with effect…