Rt Hon Edison Ehie has resigned as a member of the Rivers State House of Assembly representing Ahoada East and as the speaker of a group of members.
His letter of resignation was dated December 29, 2023, and was written to Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
“This is to formally notify you of my voluntary resignation as Speaker and Member of the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly representing Ahoada East Constituency II with effect from the date of this letter.
“I wish to appreciate my colleagues and the people of my constituency for the rare opportunity to serve and hope to continue to give my utmost best in service to Rivers State subsequently,” the letter read.
The lawmaker did not give any reason for his resignation.