in june 2017, members of the fonac opposition coalition argued that the national assembly became illegitimate by continuing to sit beyond 21 june, two years after the extension of the parliamentary term, and that deputies from the opposition should consequently resign. opposition deputies led by saleh kebzabo responded that they would not resign, feeling that it would be more "useful" for them to remain in the national assembly; however, they also said that the next election should be held promptly, dismissing déby's view that the delay was necessary due to a lack of funds, and that in the future the government should make every effort to hold elections on time.