| National Assembly Complex | |
|---|---|
 The National Assembly Complex | |
| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Architectural style | Neoclassicism |
| Town or city | Abuja, FCT |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Cost | ₦7 billion |
| Owner | Federal Government of Nigeria |
| Technical details | |
| Floor area | 40,000 m2 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architecture firm | ITB Nigeria |
The National Assembly Complex is the legislative building of the National Assembly, the legislative body for Federal Republic of Nigeria.[1] It was built in 1999 at a cost of nearly $35.18 million and the contract was awarded to ITB Nigeria, on February 18, 1996, through the Department of public building, FCDA, Abuja.[2]
Description[edit]
The Complex was located in the Three Arms Zones of the Federal Capital territory, Abuja.[3] The Complex's roof shape is a dome and comprises a gross floor area of 40,000 m2 to house both the Legislative Chamber and the Senatorial Chamber of the National Assembly.The structural element consists of pre-cast elements and in situ concrete.[4] Electrical and mechanical installation include Central air-conditioning system, CCTV, access control system, fire detection and fire fighting system.[5]
References[edit]
- ^ "Police Lockdown National Assembly Complex Ahead Of Crucial Legislative Elections". Sahara Reporters. Retrieved 16 June 2015.
- ^ "National Assembly complex sealed!". Vanguard News. Retrieved 16 June 2015.
- ^ "FG to close N'Assembly complex for one year". The Punch - Nigeria's Most Widely Read Newspaper. Archived from the original on 11 June 2015. Retrieved 16 June 2015.
- ^ "National Assembly: How to clean the Augean stables". The Punch - Nigeria's Most Widely Read Newspaper. Archived from the original on 16 June 2015. Retrieved 16 June 2015.
- ^ "National Assembly Complex, Abuja - I.T.B. Nigeria Limited". itbng.com. Retrieved 16 June 2015.