Former Speaker of Parliament and Bukedea District Woman Member of Parliament Anita Among today attended the parliamentary plenary sitting virtually for the first time in 83 days, a move that comes amid concerns over prolonged absenteeism from the House.
Among participated in the sitting via Zoom, marking her first appearance since her extended absence from parliamentary proceedings.
Her virtual attendance follows growing attention to Parliament’s rules governing absenteeism by legislators. Under the Rules of Procedure, Members of Parliament who fail to attend House sittings for a prolonged period without permission or satisfactory explanation risk sanctions, including the possible declaration of their seats vacant.
Observers say the virtual appearance effectively resets the attendance record and helps the Bukedea Woman MP remain compliant with Parliament’s attendance requirements.
The development has attracted significant public and political interest, with many closely monitoring the attendance records of legislators and the enforcement of parliamentary rules.
Neither Among nor Parliament had, by the time of publication, issued a detailed statement regarding the reasons for her prolonged absence or whether her participation was made under any special arrangement.
Anita Among served as Speaker of the 11th Parliament before leaving the office following changes in the leadership of Parliament. She continues to represent Bukedea District as Woman Member of Parliament.
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