
The House of Representatives was in turmoil over the announcement of minority leadership positions in the House.
The controversy started over the decision of the Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, to jettison a letter by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) nominating Kingsley Chinda as Minority Leader.
The speaker went ahead to announce Ndudi Elumelu as Minority Leader, a development which sparked protest by members of the PDP.
An unidentified lawmaker grabbed the mace which led to a rowdy session.