Edo Governor Okpebholo’s seat vacant protest

This vacancy has become necessary following Senator Monday Okpebholo’s inauguration as governor. In compliance with the Constitution, his seat is now deemed vacant. I respectfully request that the Senate President make the declaration and notify INEC accordingly,” Moro wrote.

Responding swiftly, Senate President Akpabio affirmed the constitutional basis for the decision, officially declared the seat vacant, and directed INEC to organize a by-election to ensure Edo Central Senatorial District continues to have representation in the upper chamber.

Meanwhile, Senator Okpebholo bid farewell to his colleagues in the 10th Senate. He expressed gratitude and pledged to remain an ambassador for the Senate as he transitions to the executive branch.

With the seat now vacant, INEC is expected to schedule a by-election to elect a new representative for Edo Central Senatorial District.