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Fubara moves to align with Amaechi’s loyalists to impeach Speaker

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In a dramatic turn of events, the Rivers State Assembly finds itself at the center of a political storm, as the Speaker’s seat hangs in the balance, amid allegations of a plot to unseat Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

Reports from reliable sources indicate that the speaker’s removal is imminent, with the governor seeking to align with former Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s loyalists.

The political landscape in Rivers State has been anything but tranquil, as simmering tensions between key figures have now erupted into a full-blown power struggle.

The crux of the matter revolves around the speaker, Martin Amaewhule, whose alleged involvement in a conspiracy to impeach Governor Fubara has sent shockwaves through the state’s political circles.

Amaewhule, who has been in the assembly since 2011, hails from Obio/Akpor LGA.   Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who was elected on the promise of continuity and development, has not been oblivious to these brewing challenges.

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His administration appears committed to ensuring the completion of several projects initiated by his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi that were left unattended during the tenure of former Governor Nyesom Wike.

In a bid to solidify his grip on the state’s leadership, Governor Fubara is reportedly orchestrating the removal of the Speaker.

The move is seen as a strategic maneuver to install individuals more aligned with his vision and objectives.

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The implications of this political upheaval are far-reaching, as it could significantly impact the dynamics within the Rivers State Assembly and the direction of governance in the state.

As political alliances shift and tensions rise, the coming days promise to be critical in determining the state’s political future.

The state’s citizens are closely watching these developments, with many eager to see how this power struggle unfolds and what it means for the progress and stability of Rivers State.

The fate of the Speaker remains uncertain, but the political landscape is undeniably in a state of flux, and only time will reveal the ultimate outcome of this high-stakes confrontation.

 

 

 

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