BREAKING: Rivers Chief Judge Blocks Assembly’s Impeachment Attempt Against Governor Fubara

BREAKING: Rivers Chief Judge Blocks Assembly’s Impeachment Attempt Against Governor Fubara

A Rivers State High Court has issued an interim injunction restraining the State House of Assembly from pursuing the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, in a significant judicial intervention that halts the ongoing political crisis in the state.

The injunction, granted by Justice F.A. Fiberesima, specifically prohibits the Speaker of the Assembly, Martin Chike-Amaewhule, and lawmakers from serving any impeachment notices on the Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi. The order comes amid claims by the Assembly that the Governor and his deputy engaged in gross misconduct, which they sought to investigate through a seven-member panel.

The Rivers State House of Assembly had begun its impeachment proceedings in early January 2026, sending letters to the Chief Judge to initiate a probe into alleged malfeasance. However, the court’s ruling now suspends the Assembly’s actions, reinforcing the judiciary’s role in adjudicating disputes between the executive and legislative branches.

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Political analysts say the injunction underscores the tensions within Rivers State politics, highlighting the delicate balance between law and legislative power. The ongoing standoff reflects years of political maneuvering, as multiple impeachment threats have been directed at Governor Fubara since his assumption of office in 2023.

Despite the court order, the Assembly claims it has received acknowledgment from the Chief Judge regarding its request to set up an investigative panel, though no action can proceed until the injunction is lifted. Observers note that the judiciary is likely to remain a key arbiter in the dispute, as political factions within Rivers State seek to influence the outcome of the impeachment saga. (premiumtimesng.com)

Governor Fubara and his supporters have welcomed the court’s decision, describing it as a vindication of the rule of law and a temporary pause in politically motivated attacks against the state executive.

BREAKING: Rivers Chief Judge Blocks Assembly’s Impeachment Attempt Against Governor Fubara