₦airaland Forum

The Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Mrs. Maria Oligbi-Edeko (PDP – Esan North East II), has stepped down from her position, citing the minority status of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Assembly as the reason for her voluntary resignation.

Oligbi-Edeko, who was elected Deputy Speaker of the 8th Assembly on June 16, 2023, formally announced her resignation, expressing a desire to promote justice, fairness, and equity among all constituencies in the state.

In her farewell address, she expressed gratitude to PDP leaders and members for the opportunity to serve and represent her constituents. Her departure was met with praise from fellow lawmakers, who commended her dedication to public service, integrity, and impactful leadership.

Colleagues described her as a principled and committed leader whose tenure made a meaningful difference in the legislative process.

LegendHero:
Another new signing to APC.

God bless PDAPCNNPPLP

sheedy407:
First to comment for over many years, make i go drink Action Bitters to celebrate am


She is on her way to APC for sure

Confirmedzombie:
This is victory for democracy. Under Tinubu the rule of law must be upheld.

God bless president Tinubu

NigerianNews24:
https://nigeriannews24.com/2025/05/19/maria-oligbi-edeko-resigns-as-edo-deputy-speaker-citing-pdps-minority-status/

hopexter:
She wouldn’t have resigned the position of deputy speaker if her intention was to decamp to APC.

free2ryhme:
She hold deputy position when majority is opposition APC will fill that position with their own candidate. If she refused to resigned and got impeached she won't get benefits. She is smart 😂😂😂

justdream:
More reason her resignation is NOT about decamping to APC, cos if she did, she will still be Deputy. She's a LOYAL PDP stalwart.