Kingsley Chinda Resigns as House Minority Leader

Kingsley Chinda, the governorship candidate for the Rivers APC, has officially resigned from his position as the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. This announcement was made during a plenary session on Tuesday, following a four-week legislative recess.

Chinda's resignation is effective from April 23, 2026, and is seen as a strategic move amidst the political uncertainty surrounding his participation in the upcoming APC governorship primaries in Rivers State ahead of the 2027 general elections. In his resignation letter addressed to the Speaker of the House, Abba Tajudeen, Chinda expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in a leadership capacity and acknowledged the support he received from his colleagues during his tenure.

He emphasized his commitment to continue supporting legislative work and contributing to the advancement of democracy in Nigeria. Chinda's absence from the chamber during the announcement has raised questions about the implications of his party switch on the political landscape in Rivers State.