Toba Owojaiye reporting
Abuja, Nigeria
In a letter addressed to the National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) dated December 29, 2023, Rt. Hon. (Barr.) Ehie Ogerenye Edison Ph.D. DSSRS., Speaker and Member representing Ahoada – East Constituency II in the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly, officially submitted his resignation.
The letter, bearing reference RSHA/HS/10/1/Vol. 1/010, expressed his voluntary decision to step down from both the position of Speaker and as a member of the assembly. Hon. Edison acknowledged and thanked his colleagues and constituents for the privilege to serve, emphasizing his commitment to continued dedicated service to Rivers State.
Truth Live News can confirm that his resignation takes effect from the date of the letter. As Rt. Hon. Ehie Ogerenye bids farewell to his legislative roles, the notice underscores gratitude for the opportunity extended and a pledge to contribute further to the state’s welfare in the future.
This shocking move may be part of the unwritten parts of the truce deal brokered by the president and Rivers state stakeholders.
This leaves more questions than answers and keeps the pundits guessing.