FIC Report (Benue State) – The Benue State House of Assembly, during an emergency sitting held on Sunday, 24th August 2025, at the Assembly Complex, elected a new Speaker following the voluntary resignation of Rt. Hon. Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh. The session was presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Lami Danladi Ogenyi.
Hon. Berger Alfred Emberga, representing Makurdi North Constituency, emerged as the new Speaker of the 10th Assembly. His nomination was moved by Hon. Douglas Akya (Makurdi South) and seconded by Hon. Abu Umoru (Apa Constituency). He was duly sworn in by the Clerk of the House, Mr. John Hwande.
It will be recalled that Hon. Emberga, along with four other members, was previously suspended for attempting to instigate an impeachment move against the former Speaker.
In his acceptance speech, Hon. Berger Alfred Emberga expressed gratitude to his colleagues for the confidence reposed in him. He called on members to work together in unity for the peace, progress, and development of Benue State.
Signed
VERONICA AZEMBA
For: Head of Center,FIC Makurdi.
