Rivers State Governor, His Excellency Sim Fubara, has congratulated Rt. Hon. Ehie Edison, on his emergence as the new Speaker of the state.
The Governor publicly conveyed his message through his official X handle, as seen by Truth Live News.
In a post featuring an image of the new Speaker, the Governor wrote, “Congratulations, Mr. Speaker.”
Truth Live News learnt that a faction within the Rivers State House of Assembly, consisting of 8 members loyal to Governor Sim Fubara, has successfully impeached the former Speaker, Hon. Martin Amaewhule. In his place, they have appointed Ehie Edison as the new Speaker.
Furthermore, it was reported that they have also suspended the Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Chibuzor Amadi.
Stay tuned for additional updates on this developing story.