Rivers State Government Dismisses Impeachment Notice against Governor Fubara
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The Rivers State government has dismissed the notice of impeachment against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, stating that no formal letter has been received by the state House of Assembly on the issue of gross misconduct, as reported by LindaIkeji Blog. The Impeachment notice of March 14 was signed by 26 lawmakers, whose leader is Speaker Martins Amaewhule, who is a Wike loyalist. The lawmakers accused Fubara of excessive spending, frustration of legislative initiatives, and unapproved appointments. They also asked him and his deputy to respond within 14 days, in accordance with Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Barrister Joseph Johnson, termed the move as a rumour, stating that the governor has not been officially advised. He blamed the lawmakers for attempting to undermine Fubara’s move towards complying with the ruling of the Supreme Court on Rivers’ prolonged political crisis. Johnson also blamed the assembly for deepening economic hardship for civil servants and pensioners by referencing the ongoing capture of the state’s disbursement. He again reaffirmed that Fubara remains adamant in upholding the court order, including his directive to chairmen of councils to transfer to their administrative leaders. In the wake of this move, the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has set August 9, 2025, for the holding of new local government elections. This is the second attempt at impeaching Fubara. The first on October 30, 2023, had 24 legislators against him, resulting in bloody fighting, burning down the assembly complex, and its later destruction to ashes. Fubara later claimed he narrowly escaped assassination in the melee. In a corollary, the house has requested the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Tammy Danagogo, for suspected extra-budgetary spending. The lawmakers accused Danagogo of financial impropriety, as had previously been accused by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who accused the SSG of being at the center of fueling the political crisis in the state—obtaining a court injunction against Fubara from validating the 27 lawmakers. Related Posts Tinubu Unveils Ambitious Economic Plan to Halve Inflation by 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has outlined an ambitious economic agenda aimed at reducing Nigeria’s inflation rate from the current 34.6% Read more Nigeria and the British Monarchy: A Legacy of Visits and Diplomatic Ties Throughout history, Nigeria has enjoyed a unique relationship with the British Monarchy, marked by mutual visits that reflect shared historical, Read more 2024 Elections: A Mixed Bag of Milestones, Setbacks, and Electoral Integrity Challenges The year 2024 marked a significant milestone for Nigeria as it celebrated 25 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. The electoral Read more Kano State Opposes Tinubu’s Tax Reforms, Calls for Focus on Poverty and Insecurity The Kano State government has rejected the proposed tax reform bills by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, describing them as “ill-timed, Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.
Wike Backs Rivers Assembly on Impeachment Threat, Dismisses Fubara’s Approach
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that if the Rivers State House of Assembly believes that Governor Siminalayi Fubara has violated the constitution, they should proceed with impeachment. Speaking in a media interview on Wednesday, Wike asserted that impeachment was a constitutional process and not a criminal act. He dismissed concerns that the removal of the governor would lead to pandemonium, asserting, “If you have committed a breach of the constitution, and the Assembly finds it fit to say you should be impeached, so be it. Nothing will happen.” The former Rivers governor criticized Fubara’s handling of his strained relationship with the State Assembly, particularly his issuance of a public letter seeking an audience with lawmakers regarding the Supreme Court ruling of the state’s political crisis. Wike labeled the letter “useless,” arguing that the governor could have gone to Speaker Martins Amaewhule directly instead of making a public display. “You have had a cold relationship with a branch of government. If you are a good politician, would you write a letter? What an insult! Politicians know how to talk,” Wike said. The conflict between Fubara and Rivers Assembly has been intensified since his tension with Wike, his predecessor and former political benefactor. The minister emphasized that peace in the state would be achieved only through good governance, contending, “What’s more important than ensuring the right things are done? When justice is served, peace follows.” Wike also berated Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission Chairman Adolphus Enebeli, whom he appointed, as “one of the most corrupt individuals I have ever had the misfortune to encounter.” He claimed that Enebeli evaded Assembly summons and went to the state High Court seeking judicial protection. At the same time, there was heightened tension in Port Harcourt on Wednesday when security officials prevented Governor Fubara and his delegation from entering the Assembly quarters, where he was to read the 2025 budget. The Martins Amaewhule-led House of Assembly has been conducting its sittings at the quarters since the Assembly complex was razed by fire in October 2023. Fubara, who addressed newsmen in front of the barricaded compound, indicated that he had actually written to the Speaker and attempted several telephone calls, all of which were turned down. “Before I paid my visit, I made several phone calls in an attempt to reach the Speaker and other colleagues. I even wrote a private letter, faxed to the Honourable Speaker.”. But it is unfortunate that the state is completely closed down, and there is no sign of anything happening today,” he lamented. The Rivers political crisis hits deeper, and the issue of governance stability in the oil-rich state comes to the fore. Related Posts Tinubu Unveils Ambitious Economic Plan to Halve Inflation by 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has outlined an ambitious economic agenda aimed at reducing Nigeria’s inflation rate from the current 34.6% Read more Nigeria’s Path to Prosperity: Transforming Challenges Into Sustainable Success Over the past 14 years as the Founder of TEXEM, UK, and previously as a Director of Strategy in Cambridge, Read more Nigeria and the British Monarchy: A Legacy of Visits and Diplomatic Ties Throughout history, Nigeria has enjoyed a unique relationship with the British Monarchy, marked by mutual visits that reflect shared historical, Read more Nigerian Equities Market Defies Economic Challenges, Posts Record N21.8 Trillion Gain in 2024 The Nigerian equities market demonstrated exceptional resilience in 2024, achieving a remarkable gain of N21.845 trillion despite economic headwinds such Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.