Updated: Benue Assembly Speaker Dajoh resigns, Berger sworn in as new Speaker
The Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Aondona Dajoh, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.
His resignation was contained in hand-written letter he personally signed, dated August 24, 2025.
In the letter titled “Resignation as the Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly,” Dajoh said his decision was made in good faith and in the interest of the state.
“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,” the letter read in part.
He further pledged his continued dedication to legislative duties, stating, “I pledge to remain committed to my duties as a legislator and representative of Gboko West State Constituency.”
Meanwhile, a new Speaker has been sworn in. He is Rt. Hon. Alfred Berger took the oath of office an hour ago.
