by Dolapo Adelana
The Plateau State House of Assembly has impeached its deputy speaker, Yusuf Gagdi.
Gagdi, an member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was removed from office on Tuesday after the majority leader, Henry Yunkwap, read the impeachment notice signed by 18 of the 24 members of the House.
The impeachment notice followed a vote of no confidence on Mr. Gagdi.
The clerk of the assembly, Ayuba Gongu, confirmed verification of the signatures of the legislators who signed the impeachment.
Gagdi was immediately replaced by Sale Yipmong, a member from Dengi constituency, southern Plateau state.
Dolapo is a writer and journalist who works with YNaija. He has interests in Christianity, politics and sports.
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