Relief in Rivers as lawmakers halt move to impeach Fubara

The Rivers State House of Assembly has stopped the impeachment process against Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu.

The lawmakers made this decision on Thursday when they resumed sitting in Port Harcourt. They agreed to suspend the impeachment after discussing and voting on a motion during the session.

The decision is believed to be linked to the recent intervention by Bola Tinubu. The President had earlier met with Governor Fubara, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and leaders of the Assembly to address the crisis.

This new development shows that the political crisis in Rivers State may be coming to an end.

The impeachment move had heightened political tension in the state, with supporters of both camps expressing concern over the direction of events. Many residents feared that the crisis could further affect governance and development in Rivers State.

With the suspension of the proceedings, attention is now expected to shift to reconciliation efforts among the key political actors, as stakeholders hope for lasting peace and stability in the state.