An official says Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau is set to resign as Liberal Party leader, effectively ending nearly a decade in power

This country deserves a real choice in the next election,” Mr Trudeau said. “It has become clear to me that if I am having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in that election.” He joins a growing list of progressive leaders done in by their failure to address the anxieties of ordinary voters,

Under pressure from his own allies, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that he’s stepping down after nearly a decade in office.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that he will step down as leader of the ruling Liberals after nine years in office but will stay on in his post until the party chooses a replacement.

Justin Trudeau said on Monday that he will resign as prime minister of Canada, and will leave office once a new ruling-party leader is chosen.

Canadian Prime Minister Justice Trudeau said he will resign as soon as his Liberal Party selects a new leader. (APTN)

After nearly a decade in power, Trudeau steps down as PM of Canada. His resignation opens the door for new leadership as Canada approaches a critical election.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he was resigning. He will remain until the next party leader is elected.

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to reporters, announcing he intends to step down as Liberal Party leader, but he will stay on in his post until a replacement has been chosen, from his Rideau Cottage residence in Ottawa,

Trudeau has faced calls to resign from members of his own ruling party ahead of an election that must take place by late October.