The member representing Oyi\/Ayamelum Federal Constituency in Anambra State, Maureen Gwacham, has clarified a viral video circulating online, saying she was coaxed into seconding a motion she knew nothing about.\n<\/p>\n
The clip, which recently surfaced on social media, showed Gwacham seconding a motion but unable to explain its content when asked by the Speaker, sparking criticism from some users who described her as a \u201cbench warmer.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the lawmaker said she was \u201cmomentarily caught off guard\u201d during plenary, explaining that she was still settling into her seat when she was called upon.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI was momentarily caught off guard during the plenary. I was just settling into my seat when Mr Speaker beckoned on me to second the motion moved by Hon. Muktar Tolani Shagaya, an equally cerebral legislator with a reputation for moving credible motions.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe motion in question seeks the \u2018Urgent Need to Provide Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in Government Institutions and Public Buildings Across Nigeria to Prevent Avoidable Loss of Life\u2019,\u201d she said.\n<\/p>\n
Gwacham thanked constituents who reached out with concern and reaffirmed her commitment to her legislative responsibilities.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cMy focus remains on delivering for the good people of Oyi\/Ayamelum, and I appreciate the continued confidence they have reposed in me,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Shagaya had moved the motion, which calls for improved emergency medical response infrastructure in public spaces nationwide.\n <\/p>\n