The Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aondona Dajoh, has formally resigned from his position with effect from Saturday, 24th August 2025.
In a resignation letter addressed to the Clerk of the Assembly and written on the official letterhead of the Office of the Speaker, Dajoh stated that his decision was made in good faith and in the best interest of the state.
“I write to resign my position as the Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly, effective today, 24th August 2025. This is done in good faith and in the best interest of the state,” the letter partly read.
The outgoing Speaker expressed appreciation to his colleagues for giving him the opportunity to lead, noting that it was an honor to be considered first among equals.
“I want to appreciate my dear colleagues for the opportunity they gave me to be the first among equals,” he stated.
Dajoh further pledged to remain committed to his legislative duties as the representative of Gboko West State Constituency, promising to continue serving his constituents diligently despite stepping down as Speaker.
His resignation marks a significant development in the leadership of the Benue State House of Assembly, as members are now expected to convene and elect a new Speaker to preside over legislative affairs.
