The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has resigned from his position amid moves by some lawmakers to impeach him.

Agbebaku reportedly stepped down on Monday, August 17, 2026, as the Edo State House of Assembly faced a fresh leadership crisis.

His resignation was confirmed by his media aide, Ivy Adodo-Ebojele, in a statement shared on Facebook.

She wrote: “EDO ASSEMBLY SPEAKER RT HON CHIEF BLESSING AGBEBAKU RESIGNS.

”The aide, however, did not immediately disclose the specific circumstances surrounding the Speaker’s resignation, saying further details would be made public later.

Edo Assembly faces fresh leadership crisis.

Agbebaku’s resignation is expected to trigger a fresh process for the selection of a new Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly.

The development comes against the backdrop of reported moves by some lawmakers to remove him from office through impeachment.

Members of the Edo Assembly are expected to meet and determine the next leadership arrangement following his resignation.

The resignation marks a significant development in the political affairs of the Edo State legislature, with attention now focused on who will emerge as the next Speaker.