The Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, putting an end, for now, to a politically charged attempt to remove him from office. Lawmakers announced that the process would not continue, following intense negotiations within the assembly and pressure from various political stakeholders in the state.
The move comes after weeks of controversy and conflict between the governor and some members of the state assembly, who had accused him of alleged misconduct and poor leadership. The impeachment effort had escalated tensions in Rivers politics, with factions backing and opposing the governor trading accusations and criticisms.
Supporters of Governor Fubara welcomed the assembly’s decision to halt the process, describing it as a step toward restoring stability and averting further political crisis in the state. They argued that the focus should now shift to governance and addressing the pressing needs of Rivers residents.
Critics of the governor, however, expressed disappointment and questioned the commitment of lawmakers to accountability, saying the suspension of proceedings undermines democratic checks and balances. The development leaves the state’s political landscape in a tense balance, with stakeholders calling for dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes going forward.
