Speaker Abbas Tajudeen Urges Lawmakers to Focus on Duties

Abbas Tajudeen, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, warned lawmakers on October 14 against neglecting their legislative responsibilities in favor of campaigning for the upcoming 2027 general elections. He called on all Honourable Members to attend plenary and committee sittings diligently, stating that their constituents deserve a full term of service.

He welcomed members back from the annual recess, which began on July 23, 2026. Abbas stressed the need to safeguard the electoral process, urging adherence to the Electoral Act and support for the Independent National Electoral Commission.

He also called on the presidency to prepare and submit the 2027-2029 Medium Term Expenditure Framework promptly to facilitate the timely passage of the 2027 appropriation bill. Reflecting on the current legislative session, he noted that the House has entered the fourth and final stretch of the Tenth Assembly, emphasizing the importance of reviewing their record and the work that remains.