The political landscape in Rivers State has taken a dramatic turn as the State House of Assembly has issued a formal notice of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Mrs. Ngozi Nma Odu. If the impeachment process unfolds without legal hindrances, both officials could be removed from office by mid-July, paving the way for Speaker Martin Amaewhule to assume the role of acting governor. Impeachment Scenarios Unfold Sources indicate that while one option is the outright removal of both the governor and deputy, alternative resolutions could involve sparing the deputy governor or appointing a neutral administrator to manage the state temporarily. Under constitutional guidelines, the impeachment process can be completed within 120 days, and with 111 days remaining, legislators appear resolute in their bid to oust Fubara on allegations of gross misconduct. Despite escalating tensions, the Rivers State Police Command has dismissed rumors that the residence of f...
...so, why ask why?