The Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly, Hon. Chinedum Orji, has been impeached by members of the House.

It was gathered that About 18 of the 24-member signed for the Speaker’s impeachment Tuesday morning.

Four of the members including Ginger Onwusibe, Solomon Akpulonu, Munachim Alozie and Kelechi Onuzuruike refused to sign.

His removal followed a motion moved by Hon. Chukwudi Apugo (Umuahia East), and seconded by Hon. Okey Igwe (PDP, Umunneochi).

More to follow as event unfolds….