Rivers Assembly moves to impeach Governor Fubara and deputy
Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State, and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh, are facing impeachment proceedings initiated by the Rivers State House of Assembly. The move was led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule during a plenary session, with a notice of allegations read by Majority Leader Major Jack. Twenty-six Assembly members signed the notice, citing alleged gross misconduct and constitutional violations. The allegations against both officials include financial impropriety, obstruction of legislative duties, and other breaches.
What we know
- The Rivers State House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against Siminalayi Fubara and Ngozi Oduh.
- Major Jack read out the notice of allegations, which was signed by 26 Assembly members.
- Accusations against Fubara include demolition of the Assembly Complex, extra budgetary spending, and withholding funds meant for the Assembly Service Commission.
- Allegations against Oduh involve reckless spending, obstructing the Assembly, and allowing unauthorised persons to occupy offices.
- This is the second impeachment attempt by the lawmakers, following a previous effort after Fubara fell out with former governor Nyesom Wike.
