Benue Assembly Extends Dajoh’s Suspension Amid Political Tensions

The Benue State House of Assembly has extended the suspension of former Speaker Hyacinth Dajoh for an additional six months following a motion presented during plenary on Tuesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The motion, titled “Motion to Review the Suspension of Hyacinth Dajoh (Gboko West State Constituency) from Legislative Duties,” was moved by Terna Shimawua (APC/Kyan), who alleged that Dajoh had shown no remorse since his initial suspension on August 26 over an attempt to impeach Governor Hyacinth Alia.

Shimawua claimed that rather than reflecting on his previous misconduct, Dajoh reportedly collaborated with former Majority Leader Saater Tiseer and former Minority Leader Michael Audu to orchestrate a new plot targeting the current Speaker, Alfred Emberga. He described the behavior as unbecoming of a former presiding officer, saying, “The conduct of Dajoh does not reflect the expectations of a leader, particularly following the recent change in House leadership.”

The motion received unanimous support and was seconded by Simon Gabo (APC/Mata).

In response, Speaker Emberga emphasized the need to uphold discipline and protect the integrity of the legislature. “Nobody is bigger than an institution,” he stated. He further announced that at the conclusion of the extended suspension, Dajoh must submit a written apology and demonstrate genuine remorse before resuming legislative duties.

The additional six-month suspension, effective from November 25, reflects the Assembly’s resolve not to tolerate actions that could undermine its stability. Dajoh was initially suspended for three months in August after lawmakers accused him of leading an impeachment attempt against Governor Alia.