The Senate adjourned indefinitely after the question was put by the Senate President Bukola Saraki and unanimously adopted by the lawmakers.
Although the life of the 8th Senate stands officially dissolved, midnight of June 8, to pave way for inauguration of the 9th Senate on June 11, with the indefinite adjournment, it will no longer hold legislative activities.
Saraki in his farewell speech, thanked his colleagues for demonstrating patriotism toward protecting the sanctity of the legislature. He said he was bowing out a fulfilled man, knowing that in spite of the hiccups experienced in the life of the senate, the achievements recorded could not be matched.
Also the 8th House of Representatives ended its tenure after four years and adjourned indefinitely in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution. This was sequel to a unanimous adoption of a motion by the Majority Leader of the House, Femi Gbajabiamila at the end of the valedictory session yesterday in Abuja.
Earlier, the Speaker, Yakubu Dogara appreciated the members for the confidence reposed in him and for electing him speaker of the house in 2015.
