Rivers Lawmakers Vow to Resume Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara and Deputy Odu
The lawmakers, during a press briefing held in Port Harcourt on Friday, insisted that the process is strictly constitutional and not driven by ethnic considerations. They accused the governor of gross misconduct, including unauthorized expenditures, failure to present the 2026 budget for proper legislative scrutiny, extra-budgetary spending, and actions that undermine the legislature, such as the alleged demolition of the state Assembly complex. This development comes amid fluctuating support within the House. The impeachment process was initially initiated on January 8, 2026, when the Assembly, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, served notices of gross misconduct to both the governor and his deputy. However, earlier this week, some lawmakers had publicly withdrawn their backing, calling for political dialogue and amicable resolution to avert further instability in the state. In a dramatic turnaround, four lawmakers who had previously advocated for a peaceful settlement made a U-t...