Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, was on Wednesday prevented from entering the official quarters of the state House of Assembly in Port Harcourt, where lawmakers loyal to his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, have been holding legislative sessions.
Accompanied by top government officials, including the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, and his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, Fubara arrived at the complex on Aba Road only to find the gates locked, barring his entry.
Speaking to journalists at the scene, the governor accused Speaker Martin Amaewhule of deliberately avoiding him, revealing that multiple attempts to reach the lawmaker, including calls and a formal letter, were ignored.
“Before my arrival here, I made several attempts to speak to the Speaker. I also sent a letter which was transmitted for this particular invitation,” Fubara said.
He described the development as an obstruction of governance, reiterating that his actions were in the best interest of Rivers people. “The reason why we are doing this, I have always said, is in the interest of our people, which is the most important thing. I don’t think there is anything to worry about. I expect to hear from them after today,” he added.
Following the standoff, the governor and his entourage departed the premises.
