In a dramatic turn of events, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has vehemently denied any wrongdoing that might justify his impeachment by the state House of Assembly. The embattled governor made this declaration on Monday as he addressed a crowd of his supporters at the Assembly Complex.
Amidst heightened tension, Speaker Martin Amaewhule and fellow House members had convened to initiate impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara. The governor, undeterred, challenged his accusers, stating, “Let them come out and tell Rivers people the offense I have committed to warrant any impeachment.” He reassured his constituents, pledging to continue delivering the “dividends of democracy” and promising to address the media at an appropriate time.
The day’s events took a chaotic turn as gunshots and tear gas were unleashed within the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex. This volatile atmosphere was further exacerbated by the suspension of House leader Edison Ehie and several colleagues believed to be loyal to Governor Fubara.
Adding to the tumultuous situation, a fire had broken out in the Assembly Complex just the night before, raising questions about the sequence of events and their underlying motives.