The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has resigned from office amid reported moves by some lawmakers to remove him.
Agbebaku’s resignation took effect on Monday, throwing the state legislature into fresh political uncertainty as lawmakers prepare to choose a new presiding officer.
The development was confirmed by his media aide, Ivy Adodo-Ebojele, in a statement posted on Facebook.
“EDO ASSEMBLY SPEAKER RT HON CHIEF BLESSING AGBEBAKU RESIGNS,” she announced.
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She, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the Speaker’s decision, saying further details concerning the circumstances surrounding his resignation would be made available later.
His exit comes against the backdrop of reported efforts by some members of the Assembly to initiate impeachment proceedings against him.
Agbebaku’s resignation is expected to trigger a leadership transition in the Edo Assembly, with lawmakers likely to begin the process of electing his successor.
The latest development has further heightened political tension within the state legislature, which is now faced with the task of resolving the leadership vacuum.
Further details on the resignation and the next steps by the Assembly are expected to emerge.