Udemezue had been suspended in August 2025, following accusations that he made social media posts revealing certain information about the workings of the house, including their allowances and emoluments.
The lawmaker was also accused of making social media posts that undermined the office of the Governor of the state, especially as it concerns the government’s disposition towards his constituency, Ayamelum.
The lawmaker had defended himself, saying his actions were based on his promise to his constituents that, if elected, he would run an open-door policy and provide a full account of his stewardship, including disclosing his pay.
He further insisted that the position he took on the alleged marginalization of his constituency was based on verifiable records, which showed that the area lacked visible government presence.
He was initially suspended for six months. After the suspension ended, he attempted to resume but was sent out again for another three months for failing to follow the procedure, which also included an apology to the house.
Meanwhile, the Speaker of the assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, on Wednesday, directed the House Committee on Rules, Ethics, and Privileges to review the suspension.
Speaking during plenary, Udeze tasked the committee, chaired by the Majority Leader, Ikenna Ofodeme, to urgently re-examine the matter in line with the House resolution and report back to the assembly on the next adjourned date.
The Speaker said the lifting of the suspension is subject to review by the committee, which he said will assess the level of compliance by the affected member with the suspension meted out to him.
He said the committee will review these and report to the house at the next adjournment for recommendations and consideration.
Udemezue is expected to serve out his suspension on February 26, 2026.
