Just In: Benue Assembly Speaker Resigns, Gives Reason
- Aondona Dajoh has stepped down as Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, citing the decision as being in the state's best interest
- His resignation follows the suspension of four lawmakers accused of attempting to destabilise the Assembly
- Governor Hyacinth Alia has denied any involvement in the alleged move to impeach Dajoh, maintaining a cordial relationship with the legislature
The Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Aondona Dajoh, has formally resigned from his position, citing the decision as one made “in good faith and in the best interest of the state.”
His resignation was confirmed in a letter dated 24 August 2025, which he personally signed and made available to Channels Television.
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Aondona Dajoh resignation letter
In the letter titled Resignation As The Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly, Dajoh stated:
“I write to resign my position as the Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly, effective today, August 24, 2025.
This is done in good faith and in the best interest of the state. I want to appreciate my dear colleagues for the opportunity they gave me to be the first among equals.
I Pledge to remain committed to my duties as a legislator and representative of Gboko West State Constituency.”
The announcement comes amid growing tensions within the Assembly, following the suspension of four lawmakers just days earlier.
Governor Hyacinth Alia denies role in alleged impeachment plot
In the wake of Dajoh’s resignation, speculation surfaced regarding a possible impeachment attempt. However, the Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, distanced himself from any such claims.
Source: Legit.ng
