Fresh political tension has emerged in Rivers State as the four members of the State House of Assembly who recently withdrew from the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara have made a dramatic U-turn, declaring their renewed support for the move to impeach the governor.
The lawmakers, whose earlier withdrawal was seen as a major setback to the impeachment process, reversed their position on Tuesday, reigniting the already volatile political atmosphere within the state. Their decision is expected to significantly alter the balance of forces within the Assembly and could accelerate the impeachment proceedings that had appeared uncertain following their initial exit.
Although the lawmakers did not immediately disclose detailed reasons for their sudden change of stance, political observers believe the development may be linked to ongoing internal negotiations, pressure from party structures, and the broader power struggle that has continued to define Rivers State politics in recent months.
The renewed support for impeachment comes amid deepening divisions within the state legislature and sustained political rivalry between Governor Fubara and key power blocs within the state. Since the impeachment process was first initiated, it has generated intense controversy, legal disputes, and public debate, with concerns raised about its implications for governance and stability in the oil-rich state.
As of the time of filing this report, the Rivers State Government has yet to issue an official response to the lawmakers’ latest decision. However, sources close to the Government House indicated that the governor and his legal team are closely monitoring developments and are prepared to respond through appropriate constitutional and legal channels.
With this latest twist, the impeachment process against Governor Fubara appears to have regained momentum, setting the stage for another round of high-stakes political maneuvering that could shape the future leadership and governance of Rivers State in the coming days.