The Rivers State House of Assembly has formally activated the constitutional process that could remove Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office, deepening the political crisis that has trailed the state for more than a year. “I will ensure that this letter is forwarded to His Excellency Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State, within seven days,” he told the House. Moments later, the deputy leader, Linda Stewart, laid a separate notice against Deputy Governor Odu, accusing her of reckless and unconstitutional spending, obstructing the Assembly from carrying out its duties and facilitating the occupation of offices by unauthorised persons. Thursday’s development marks the second impeachment move against Fubara and Odu in less than a year. The crisis prompted President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency, suspending the governor, his deputy and the Assembly for six months.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2026 17:03 UTC