In a recent development that has stirred significant legal debate, the Federal High Court in Abuja issued an ex-parte motion preventing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from conducting a fresh election involving the 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The court’s decision aims…
In a remarkable twist, the political arena of Rivers State is witnessing a riveting Defection Drama within the esteemed House of Assembly. The focal point of this unfolding saga is none other than the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, previously known for his steadfast allegiance to Governor Sim Fubara. In a bold and unexpected move,…
In recent weeks, Rivers State has become the epicenter of political turmoil, with tensions reaching unprecedented heights. The once relatively stable political landscape has now given way to a series of clashes, protests, and power struggles among key political players. Citizens are left grappling with uncertainty as the state plunges into a period of unprecedented…
Rivers State is undergoing a seismic shift as 27 members of the State Assembly, once staunch supporters of Governor Wike’s People Democratic Party (PDP), have formally switched allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This mass defection marks a significant turning point, casting doubt on the stability of the ruling party and setting the stage…
In a dramatic turn of events within Rivers State’s political sphere, the Ekere Pya Ogoni Initiative has embarked on a significant endeavor targeting Senator Barry Mpigi, the incumbent representing Rivers South-East district in the National Assembly. This initiative has been prompted by Mpigi’s recent remarks against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, sparking controversy and discontent within the…
Rivers State: An Appeal Court in Lagos State has solidified Siminalayi Fubara’s position as the Rivers State Governor after dismissing the petition filed by Patrick Tonye-Cole, the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Fubara, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emerged victorious in the March governorship election in Rivers State. The…
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, 4th November 2023 – In a surprising turn of events, Governor Fubara of Rivers State has publicly apologized to the people of the state following a recent political crisis that engulfed the region. This crisis, which began with an alleged impeachment plot, resulted in a tumultuous incident at the Rivers House…
President Bola Tinubu: In a surprising turn of events, President Bola Tinubu has stepped into the brewing political storm between Governor Simi Fubara of Rivers State and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The ongoing feud between the two prominent political figures has plunged the state into a state of political turmoil. On Tuesday, President Tinubu seized…
Siminalayi Fubara Impeachment: [October 29th, 2023]- The Rivers State House of Assembly complex in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is currently embroiled in a chaotic and tumultuous situation. The atmosphere is thick with tension, as teargas canisters puncture the humid morning air, while flames continue to devour sections of the assembly complex, including the main chamber. These…
Rivers State, Nigeria: Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has issued a declaration naming Gift David Okpara Okpolowu, also known as 2-Baba, and his criminal gang as wanted individuals for the murder of Divisional Police Officer Bako Angbashim in Odiemudie Community, Ahoada East local government area of the state.
