The Rivers State House of Assembly has declared that no political solution or intervention will halt the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The lawmakers insisted that the process is strictly constitutional and will be pursued to its logical conclusion.

The Assembly, on Thursday, formally commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy, citing allegations of “gross misconduct.” According to the legislators, the decision followed internal deliberations and is in line with the powers granted to the House by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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Speaking through its leadership, the Assembly dismissed suggestions that political negotiations, pressure from external actors, or reconciliation efforts could stop the process. The lawmakers maintained that impeachment is a legal mechanism, not a political bargaining tool, and must be handled within the framework of the law.

They further stated that due process would be followed, including giving the governor and his deputy the opportunity to respond to the allegations against them. The House emphasized that its actions are driven by accountability and legislative responsibility, not personal or partisan interests.

The development deepens the political crisis in Rivers State, as tensions continue to rise between the executive and the legislature. All eyes are now on the next steps in the impeachment process and how it may reshape the state’s political landscape in the coming days.