Edo State has seen significant political changes, with both the Senate and House of Representatives declaring seats vacant due to recent elections.
The Senate declared the seat for Edo Central Senatorial District vacant after Monday Okpebholo, who previously held the position, was inaugurated as governor of the state in December.
The decision followed a letter from Minority Leader Abba Moro, which cited the Nigerian Constitution’s provisions on vacancies for elected officials appointed to higher offices.
The Senate has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize a by-election to fill the position.
In a related development, the House of Representatives also declared the seat of Dennis Idahosa vacant.
Idahosa, who represented Ovia North East/Ovia South West Federal Constituency, was sworn in as the Deputy Governor of Edo State on November 12.
Following the declaration, INEC is expected to set a date for a by-election to replace him.
