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- The Rivers State House of Assembly has served a notice of misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu.
- The notice, served on March 16, accuses Fubara of reckless spending, obstructing the assembly’s activities, and appointing individuals without required screening and confirmation.
- The lawmakers also accuse Deputy Governor Odu of supporting illegal appointments.
- The notice is in line with Section 188 of the Nigerian Constitution, which allows for the impeachment of the governor and deputy governor.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a significant step against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, serving them a notice of misconduct. The notice, served on March 16, outlines several allegations against Fubara, including reckless spending, obstructing the assembly’s activities, and appointing individuals without required screening and confirmation.
The lawmakers also accuse Deputy Governor Odu of supporting illegal appointments. The notice is in line with Section 188 of the Nigerian Constitution, which allows for the impeachment of the governor and deputy governor.
According to the notice, the assembly members are exercising their constitutional powers to hold the governor and deputy governor accountable for their actions. The notice states that the allegations will be investigated, and if found guilty, Fubara and Odu may face impeachment proceedings.
The development has significant implications for the governance of Rivers State and may lead to a power struggle between the executive and legislative arms of government.
