The Digest:
The Rivers State House of Assembly has declared that no political intervention will stop its ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Lawmakers insist they are acting on legal, not political, grounds
Key Points:
- Assembly spokesman Enemi George dismissed claims of political motivation.
- He labeled Fubara a “recidivist” for repeated constitutional breaches.
- The governor is accused of refusing to present the state budget.
- George said lawmakers rejected a ₦100,000 “Christmas gift” from the executive.
- Previous reconciliation efforts led by President Tinubu reportedly failed.
- This is the third impeachment attempt against Fubara in under three years.
- The notice of allegations will be formally served within seven days.
Sources: The Cable, Channels Television’s Politics Today
