The Anambra State House of Assembly has called upon Hon. Bernard Udemezue, the legislator for Ayamelum Constituency, to appear before it following his public allegations regarding the misuse of constituency project funds by other members.
This decision was reached during a plenary session in Awka on Thursday. The move came after a motion, classified as a matter of urgent public importance, was introduced by Hon. Tony Muobike of Aguata 2 Constituency.
In his motion, Muobike criticized Udemezue's social media posts on the issue, stating that they harmed the integrity of the legislative house and could jeopardize the security of its members. Udemezue, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the APGA-led Assembly, had published details of constituency allowances, accusing some fellow lawmakers of diverting money designated for community development projects.
The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, has directed the House Committee on Rules, Business, Ethics, and Privileges to investigate the matter. The committee is scheduled to present its report during the next plenary session on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
The allegations have ignited significant public discussion. Some citizens have commended Udemezue for his transparency, while others consider his approach a violation of legislative protocol. The summons has intensified existing tensions within the Assembly, bringing renewed focus to issues of accountability and transparency in the handling of constituency development funds.
The Assembly has not yet addressed the specific financial misconduct claims made by Udemezue directly. The public now awaits the findings of the investigative committee.
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