BREAKING: Edo Assembly gets new speaker

Yekini Idiaye has emerged as the new Edo Assembly Speaker, replacing Blessing Agbebaku. Learn more about the leadership change and zoning arrangement.

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August 17, 2026 · 12:15 · 5 min read

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Yekini Idiaye has emerged as the new Edo Assembly Speaker, replacing Blessing Agbebaku. Learn more about the leadership change and zoning arrangement.

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