Delta Assembly Declares Udu Lawmaker's Seat Vacant
On June 30, 2026, the Delta State House of Assembly declared the seat of Collin Egbetamah, the representative for Udu State Constituency, vacant following his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The motion to declare the seat vacant was moved by Majority Leader Emeka Nwaobi and seconded by Deputy Speaker Arthur Akpowowo, with the session presided over by Speaker Emomotimi Guwor.
The assembly unanimously adopted the motion, which referenced Section 109 of the 1999 Constitution regarding party defection. The Speaker formally declared the seat vacant and instructed the Clerk of the House to notify the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to initiate the process for a by-election to fill the vacancy.
Egbetamah's resignation from the APC was officially noted, with his resignation letter dated June 19, 2026, citing personal political considerations as the reason for his departure.
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