President Bola Tinubu is set to address a joint sitting of the National Assembly (NASS) on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, as part of the events commemorating 25 years of unbroken democracy and legislature in Nigeria. The Clerk made the announcement to the National Assembly, Sani Tambawal, in a statement released on behalf of the legislative body.

According to the statement, President Tinubu will deliver a speech on the state of the nation during the joint sitting, which will include members from both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Additionally, President Tinubu will be honored to commission the National Assembly Library, marking a significant moment in the legislature’s history.

“Distinguished Senators and Honourable Members are expected to be seated by 9 am,” the statement emphasized, urging all lawmakers to attend the joint sitting.

The event is expected to be a pivotal moment, providing an opportunity for President Tinubu to address the nation’s critical issues and outline his administration’s plans and priorities moving forward. It also underscores the importance of the National Assembly as a critical institution in Nigeria’s democratic framework.