Rivers Political Tension Escalates as Assembly Moves to Impeach Governor Fubara

The Rivers State House of Assembly has begun impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Oduh, deepening the political crisis in the state.

The impeachment move was initiated during a plenary session of the Assembly, where lawmakers presented allegations of gross misconduct against the governor in line with constitutional provisions. Similar allegations were also read against the deputy governor.

Members of the Assembly accused Governor Fubara and his deputy of several infractions, including failure to present the state budget, alleged mismanagement of public funds, and withholding financial entitlements due to the legislature. The lawmakers also claimed that the executive failed to comply with constitutional and administrative obligations.

The Speaker of the House announced that the impeachment notices would be officially served on the governor and his deputy within the stipulated timeframe as required by law.

The development comes amid an intense political standoff in Rivers State, marked by internal power struggles and divisions within the political leadership. The unfolding crisis has continued to attract national attention, with concerns about its implications for governance and stability in the state.

Further developments are expected as the impeachment process progresses.