The Speaker of the House of Assembly in Plateau State, Gabriel Dewan, has resigned from his position.
Mr Dewan, a member of the Young Progressives Party, tendered his resignation on Wednesday.
In a letter announcing his resignation, Mr Dewan thanked his colleagues, the Plateau people and the governor for the smooth working relationship that he enjoyed during his time as speaker.
He said, “As I step aside, I do so with faith that the assembly will continue to uphold the principles of fairness, justice and democratic governance. I remain committed to the progress of Plateau State and will continue to support any cause that promotes peace, unity and development.’’
He has since been replaced by a lawmaker from the All Progressives Congress (APC) representing Mikang Constituency, Nanlong Daniel.
Mr Daniel, a former majority leader in the 9th Assembly, was unanimously chosen by a 24-member legislature during an emergency sitting presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Gwotta Ajang, at the Assembly Complex, Old Government House in Jos on Wednesday.
