The political tension in Rivers State has taken a dramatic turn as the All Progressives Congress APC has strongly condemned the ongoing impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy Ngozi Odu describing the action as a dangerous legislative coup capable of destabilising the state.
In a statement issued in Port Harcourt and made available to reporters, the Rivers APC warned that the actions of the State House of Assembly amount to an abuse of legislative power and a direct assault on constitutional order and democratic governance in the state.
The party specifically called on the Chief Judge of Rivers State Justice Simeon Amadi to strictly adhere to existing court orders restraining him from receiving or acting on any impeachment related resolutions from the House of Assembly. According to the APC any attempt to sidestep judicial directives would further deepen the crisis and erode public confidence in the rule of law.
The APC leadership expressed concern that the impeachment move appears politically motivated and driven by internal power struggles rather than genuine allegations of gross misconduct as required by the Constitution. The party warned that allowing such actions to proceed unchecked could set a dangerous precedent for governance not only in Rivers State but across the country.
While acknowledging that the legislature has constitutional powers to initiate impeachment proceedings the APC insisted that such powers must be exercised responsibly and within the bounds of the law. The party cautioned against the use of impeachment as a political weapon to settle scores or advance narrow interests.
Truth Live News understands that the unfolding crisis is part of a wider political struggle involving competing interests and factions within the state political landscape. The situation has already triggered legal battles heightened political tension and growing public concern over the future of governance in Rivers State.
As events continue to unfold Truth Live News will closely monitor developments and bring timely verified updates from all sides to ensure Nigerians are fully informed on this critical political issue.
