*IMO ASSEMBLY LIFTS SUSPENSION ON 4 LAWMAKERS AFTER 8 MONTHS* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaIZskwFSAt2q5y6PN2M The Imo State House of Assembly has lifted the suspension of four lawmakers who were accused of plotting to impeach Speaker Olemgbe. The lawmakers, Samuel Otuibe (Ahiazu-Mbaise constituency), Henry Agbasonu (Ezinihitte-Mbaise constituency), Chidiebere Ogbunikpa (Okigwe constituency), and Dominic Ezerioha (Oru-West state constituency), were suspended for eight months. According to sources, the impeachment plot was triggered by Olemgbe's alleged failure to secure favors from Governor Hope Uzodimma for the House members. The development then highlights the intricate web of politics and power struggles within the assembly. Meanwhile the Convener, “Beyond Platform”, A human rights advocacy group,Comrade Chibundu Uchegbu has described the suspension of the four members of the Imo State House of Assembly, as illegal and unconstitutional. He quoted: In 2018, human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) commented on the suspension of Senator Omo-Agege from the Senate, stating that it is unconstitutional for any legislative chamber to suspend or expel a member, whether at the federal or state level. According to Falana, only a competent court of law or the constituency that elected the representative has the authority to order their removal or suspension. He cited relevant court cases, including Hon Dino Melaye & Others Vs National Assembly and Hon Dana Vs Bauchi State House of Assembly, to support his argument. *Umuaka News24 Reports*