Benue Speaker Dajoh Ousted After ₦117bn Scandal Linked To Governor Alia Benue politics has been shaken after Speaker Aondona Dajoh resigned under pressure following the Assembly’s report accusing Governor Hyacinth Alia of ₦117bn financial mismanagement, contract fraud, abuse of office, and interference in the judiciary. Alfred Emberga has been installed as the new Speaker. #BenuePolitics #CorruptionWatch #NigeriaNews #Accountability

Benue Assembly Makes U-Turn, Confirms Law Professor As Commissioner The Benue State House of Assembly has reversed its earlier decision and confirmed the nomination of Prof. Timothy Yangien Ornguga, a law lecturer at Benue State University, as commissioner. Ornguga’s nomination was initially rejected last week under the leadership of the former Speaker, Aondona Dajoh. However, on Tuesday, the new Speaker, Alfred Berger, announced his confirmation alongside four other nominees after reading a fresh letter from Governor Hyacinth Alia. Governor Alia argued that Ornguga and another nominee, James Dwem, who were earlier rejected, had not been convicted of any crimes despite petitions against them. The Assembly offered no objection when Berger confirmed them without the usual voice vote. The House also suspended ex-Speaker Dajoh for three months over what members described as his attempt to impeach the governor. The motion for his suspension was moved by Terna Shimawua (Kyan Constituency) and seconded by James Umoru (Apa Constituency). Interestingly, Shimawua was among lawmakers Dajoh suspended last week before resigning as Speaker. Berger, in his ruling, also reduced Dajoh’s suspension from six months to three months without putting it to a vote. ⚡Quick Digest (For Social Media) ▪️ Benue Assembly confirms Prof. Timothy Ornguga as commissioner after earlier rejection. ▪️ New Speaker Alfred Berger overturned ex-Speaker Dajoh’s decision. ▪️ Lawmakers also suspended Dajoh for 3 months over alleged impeachment plot. ▪️ Governor Alia had defended Ornguga & Dwem, saying petitions against them lacked merit. #Benue #Politics #Nigeria #Assembly

JUST IN: Benue Assembly Suspends Ex-Speaker Dajoh After Resignation The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended former Speaker Aondona Dajoh for three months, accusing him of attempting to impeach Governor Hyacinth Alia. The motion was moved by Terna Shimawua (Kyan Constituency) and seconded by James Umoru (Apa Constituency). Notably, Shimawua was among lawmakers suspended by Dajoh last week before his resignation. Current Speaker Alfred Berger reduced the suspension period from six months to three without a vote. Other Assembly Decisions The House made a U-turn by confirming Timothy Yangien Ornguga as Commissioner, despite being rejected by Dajoh last week. Governor Alia defended Ornguga and James Dwem, saying neither had been convicted of crimes. The Assembly also lifted suspensions on three officials: Grace Adagba (SUBEB Chair) Maxwell Ogiri (Otukpo LG Chair) Michael Uper (Secretary, State Lottery Board) #BreakingNews #BenueAssembly #Dajoh #Politics #Nigeria

Newsbrief: Benue Assembly Speaker Resigns, Berger Elected Replacement Aondona Dajoh has resigned as Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, citing the best interest of the state. His resignation, dated August 24, 2025, was followed by the election of Alfred Berger, representing Makurdi North, as the new Speaker in an emergency plenary session that reversed his earlier suspension. Governor Hyacinth Alia denied any involvement in the events leading to Dajoh’s resignation. Berger pledged to collaborate with lawmakers to advance the state’s development agenda. The assembly had also recently confirmed six commissioner nominees but rejected one, Timothy Ornguga, over petitions questioning his credentials. #BenueAssembly #SpeakerResigns #AlfredBerger #BenuePolitics

JUST IN: Benue Assembly Speaker Resigns August 24, 2025 Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Aondona Dajoh, has resigned from office. In a letter dated August 24 and addressed to lawmakers, Dajoh said his decision was made “in good faith and in the best interest of the state.” He thanked his colleagues for the opportunity to serve and pledged to continue representing Gboko West Constituency as a legislator. #BenuePolitics #NigeriaNews #AssemblyUpdate

Benue Assembly suspends four members for attempting to impeach Speaker. The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended six lawmakers for six months over attempts to impeach the Speaker, Aondona Dajoh. They are member representing Makurdi North, Alfred Berger, his Kian state constituency counterpart, Terna Shimawua, Cyril Ekong of Obi state constituency, and James Umoru, representing Apa state constituency

Benue Assembly Suspends Four Members Over Impeachment Plot The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended four lawmakers for six months over an alleged attempt to impeach Speaker Aondona Dajoh. Those affected are Alfred Berger (Makurdi North), Terna Shimawua (Kian), Cyril Ekong (Obi), and James Umoru (Apa). The Majority Leader, Saater Tiseer, moved the motion, accusing the lawmakers of attempting to destabilize the Assembly. The Speaker subsequently ordered them out of the chambers and replaced Berger as House spokesperson with Audu Elias. #BenueAssembly #Politics #Nigeria

Benue Assembly Backs Governor Alia, Speaker Dajoh with Vote of Confidence The Benue State House of Assembly has reaffirmed its support for Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia and Speaker Rt. Hon. Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh, passing a vote of confidence on both leaders during Wednesday’s plenary session. The motion, raised by Douglas Akya of Makurdi South Constituency, praised the governor for respecting the rule of law and acting swiftly on the Assembly’s resolutions. He noted Alia’s dedication to improving the welfare of Benue citizens by addressing the concerns presented to him. The lawmakers also applauded Speaker Dajoh’s leadership, commending his role in ensuring the smooth running of the 10th Assembly. In a firm statement, the House condemned alleged attempts by “non-state actors” to destabilize the Assembly through moves to impeach the Speaker without just cause. Members declared their unwavering loyalty, stressing that any external interference in the Assembly’s internal affairs would be resisted. The resolution underscores a united front between the legislature and executive in advancing peace and development across Benue State. #BenueState #GovernorAlia #SpeakerDajoh #VoteOfConfidence #BenueAssembly #Leadership #PeaceAndProgress #NigeriaPolitics