Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara claims he informed Speaker Martins Amaewhule of his planned visit to the State Assembly but was locked out upon arrival to re-present the 2025 budget. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions following the Supreme Court’s verdict affirming Amaewhule’s leadership.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has stated that he formally informed Speaker Martins Amaewhule about his intended visit to the State House of Assembly. However, upon arrival to present the revised 2025 budget, he was prevented from entering the complex.
The governor's visit followed a Supreme Court decision on February 28, 2025, which reaffirmed Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker. Despite the court ruling and his attempts to engage with the Assembly, Fubara found the doors shut against him, escalating the political standoff in the state.
In response to claims that he arrived unannounced, the Rivers State Government released a letter confirming that proper notification was given to the Assembly before Fubara's visit. The situation underscores the deepening power struggle between the governor and the legislative arm.
This development adds to a series of clashes between Fubara and Amaewhule, with both sides vying for control amid heightened political tensions. Observers fear that the ongoing disputes could impact governance in the oil-rich state.
