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RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY SERVES GOVERNOR FUBARA AND DEPUTY IMPEACHMENT NOTICE

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  CapitalTimesNews / 3 weeks
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The Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a significant step towards impeaching Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, over allegations of gross misconduct. The lawmakers, who justified their actions based on the Nigerian Constitution, specifically cited Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and other extant laws. According to a notice, the lawmakers accused the deputy governor of gross misconduct in the performance of her duties. A separate notice was also tabled for debate, accusing Governor Fubara of gross misconduct, particularly in the spending of public funds contrary to sections 120, 121, and 122 of the constitution. The notices, dated March 14, 2024, were tabled before the speaker on Monday, March 17, 2025, for debate. If the impeachment notices are successfully served and adopted, Speaker Amaewhule would be sworn in as the next governor, marking a significant shift in the state’s power dynamics. The move by the lawmakers is seen as a major development in the ongoing rift between the legislative and executive arms of government in Rivers State.