A fresh crisis has erupted in Rivers State as the House of Assembly on Monday issued a formal notice of alleged gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Dr. Ngozi Odu, fueling speculations of an impending impeachment move.
Citing compliance with Section 188 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution (as amended), the lawmakers, in a signed notice, accused the deputy governor of misconduct in the discharge of her official duties. The notice, obtained by Channels TV, was reportedly forwarded to relevant authorities.
While the Assembly previously denied any plans to impeach Fubara, tension has been brewing within the state’s political circles, with allegations of deepening rifts between the governor and influential political figures. The latest development suggests a renewed push by lawmakers who have been at odds with the state’s leadership in recent months.
The unfolding drama comes months after a faction of the Rivers Assembly attempted to remove the governor amid a power struggle with political heavyweights. However, following interventions from President Bola Tinubu and other national figures, the crisis appeared to have been de-escalated—until now.
Sources within the state’s political space suggest that the lawmakers’ move could be part of a broader plan to destabilize the Fubara-led administration, with analysts warning of potential political turmoil if the situation escalates further.
As tensions rise, all eyes are on the next steps from the governor’s camp and the legal implications of the notice. More developments are expected in the coming days as the political battle intensifies.
