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Published on 2024-01-27 11:54:32
A contentious feud has erupted between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly in a battle of political wills. The conflict stems from the state parliament passing several bills without the governor’s assent. One of the bills passed restricts Governor Fubara from appointing any local government chairman, escalating the power struggle.
This recent development has reignited the ongoing conflict between the governor and the assembly, sparking an upheaval in governance in Rivers State. The Assembly approved legislation that strips the governor of his authority to appoint caretaker committees for the local government areas. The bills passed by the Assembly represent an attempt to counter Governor Fubara’s veto, including the Rivers Local Government Amendment Law, which calls for local government elections to be held within the next two months.
The tension between the governor and the Assembly has led to political turmoil, culminating in a vote among Assembly members to pass the bills into laws without the governor’s permission. This authoritative showdown is rooted in the ongoing struggle for power and influence in the state’s political landscape.
This decision coincided with the governor swearing in nine pro-Wike commissioners on the same day, further escalating the political tensions. In response, the governor expressed concerns about potential confusion and constitutional breaches due to the proposed amendments in the passed legislation.
The strained relationship between the two political titans has also been evident in public spats, with a pro-Wike local government chairman in Rivers state publicly hurling insults at the governor during the tense standoff.
Overall, the power struggle between Governor Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly has led to a fresh crisis, with heightened political tensions and a rift that threatens to disrupt the governance of the state. The ongoing conflict reflects the fragility of political dynamics and the assertive pursuit of authority and influence within the region.
