The Digest:
The Rivers State House of Assembly has denied reports that it halted impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. According to a statement by the assembly’s spokesperson, Enemi George, the impeachment process remains “fully on course,” dismissing earlier claims of withdrawal as “deliberate misinformation.”
Key Points:
- The Assembly refuted media reports suggesting that the impeachment move had been stopped.
- Spokesperson Enemi George described the claims as false narratives meant to cause disaffection.
- Notices of alleged gross misconduct have been served on the Governor and Deputy Governor.
- This marks the third impeachment attempt against Fubara since 2023.
- Previous attempts were paused following presidential intervention and peace deals.
- The latest move follows the breakdown of a second peace deal brokered by President Tinubu.
- Governor Fubara recently defected from the PDP to the APC amid ongoing political tensions.
Sources: Premium Times
