March 9 Judgment on Tinubu's Emergency Powers Suit
Federal High Court fixes March 9 to rule on legality of Tinubu's actions in Rivers emergency. Will the President's power to suspend elected officials be upheld? Read the full details.
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Rivers Impeachment: 4 Lawmakers Reverse Stance
Four Rivers State lawmakers have reversed their call for dialogue, aligning with impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Explore the political calculations and looming legal battles.
Rivers Assembly Orders Probe of Fubara, Court Halts Process
Rivers State House of Assembly directs Chief Judge to set up impeachment panel against Governor Fubara and Deputy Odu. A High Court injunction pauses the process for seven days as four lawmakers reverse stance.
Rivers Assembly: Chief Judge Gets Notice Against Fubara
Rivers State House of Assembly confirms Chief Judge received impeachment notice against Governor Fubara and Deputy. Details on the constitutional process and court intervention inside.
Rivers Assembly Insists Court Can't Stop Fubara Impeachment
The Rivers State House of Assembly insists the court lacks power to intervene in Governor Siminalayi Fubara's impeachment, dismissing a recent High Court order. Get the latest details on this political standoff.
Court Stops Rivers Governor Fubara's Impeachment Process
Rivers High Court issues a 7-day injunction, stopping the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. Get the latest details on the political crisis.
Activist: Impeach Fubara, Court Blocks Move
Amid Rivers political crisis, activist Richard Akinnola calls Governor Fubara a 'lame duck,' suggesting impeachment. Court issues injunction halting assembly's proceedings. Latest updates.
Court Bars Rivers CJ, Assembly from Impeaching Fubara
A Rivers State High Court has issued a 7-day order restraining the Chief Judge and House of Assembly from taking steps to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Hearing adjourned to January 23, 2026.
Rivers Crisis: Budget Dispute Fuels Impeachment Move
Governor Fubara's refusal to present a supplementary budget is the core of Rivers State's political crisis, leading to impeachment threats. Get the full details and expert analysis here.
Court Restrains Rivers Assembly from Impeaching Fubara
A Rivers State High Court has issued an interim injunction, stopping the State Assembly and Chief Judge from proceeding with impeachment plans against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. The case is adjourned to January 23, 2026. Read the full deta
4 Rivers Lawmakers Change Mind, Back Fubara Impeachment
Four Rivers State lawmakers who withdrew from Governor Fubara's impeachment have reversed their decision, citing lack of remorse. The political feud with Wike continues.
Rivers Assembly Moves to Impeach Governor Fubara
Fresh political tension in Rivers State as lawmakers, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, call on the Chief Judge to constitute a committee for Governor Fubara's impeachment. Details inside.
4 Rivers Lawmakers Make U-turn, Support Fubara Impeachment
Four Rivers State lawmakers who sought peace have reversed course, declaring support for Governor Fubara's impeachment. They cite a lack of remorse from the governor. The political crisis escalates.
Rivers Assembly to Proceed with Fubara Impeachment
Rivers State lawmakers vow to impeach Governor Fubara over alleged constitutional breaches. Four members reverse stance, supporting the process. Read the latest political crisis details.
Rivers Assembly Begins Impeachment of Governor Fubara
Political tension escalates in Rivers State as lawmakers initiate impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy over alleged constitutional breaches. Full details inside.
Supreme Court Backs Tinubu on Rivers Emergency Rule
Nigeria's Supreme Court has upheld President Tinubu's power to declare emergency rule in Rivers State. Our analysis explores the ruling's impact on democracy and the contentious suspension of elected officials. Read the full story.
Rivers Assembly Fails to Reconvene, Fubara Impeachment Stalls
The Rivers State House of Assembly failed to reconvene as scheduled, casting doubt on the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Get the latest details on the political crisis.
Rivers Assembly Stalls as Impeachment Ultimatum Expires
The Rivers State House of Assembly failed to reconvene after its 7-day ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara lapsed, stalling impeachment momentum. Get the latest details on the political standoff.
Rivers impeachment stalls as lawmakers, monarchs seek peace
Impeachment moves against Governor Fubara face internal resistance as four lawmakers and traditional rulers call for dialogue. IPAC rejects Wike's coalition claim. Analyst says crisis is a recurring pattern.
Fubara Gains as 4 Rivers Lawmakers Quit Impeachment Move
The impeachment move against Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara loses steam as two more lawmakers withdraw, bringing total to four. Calls for peace and dialogue grow ahead of Assembly reconvening.
5 Ambulances Boost Emergency Care in Ogoniland
Rivers State and HYPREP strengthen public health in Ogoniland with ambulance donations to five facilities. Partnership aims to tackle pollution-related health challenges.
Odili Declares Fubara Rivers Political Leader
Former Governor Peter Odili publicly endorsed Sim Fubara as the political leader of Rivers State, pledging the people's loyalty amidst the ongoing rift with Nyesom Wike. Read the full story.
Rivers TUC Crisis Deepens as Civil Servants Reject Faction
The Trade Union Congress in Rivers State faces a major split as senior civil servants disown the Samuel Ogan-led faction. Read the full details of the escalating leadership battle and its implications for workers.
Fubara Yet to Get Impeachment Notice from Rivers Assembly
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has not received a formal impeachment notice, a source reveals. Two pro-Wike lawmakers urge suspension of the process as PANDEF steps in for reconciliation.
2 Rivers Lawmakers Reverse Stance on Fubara Impeachment
Rivers State's political crisis deepens as two lawmakers withdraw support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara's impeachment, citing elders' intervention and a call for peace. Read the latest developments.
Diaspora Group Backs Fubara, Warns on Impeachment Threat
Nigerian professionals abroad support Governor Siminalayi Fubara, cautioning that impeachment moves threaten Rivers State's democracy and economy. Read their full statement.
Rivers Lawmakers Appeal for Restraint in Impeachment Move
Two Rivers State lawmakers appeal for amicable resolution in impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and Deputy Odu, citing calls from elders and national leaders.
Rivers Assembly Alleges Plot to Stall Fubara Impeachment
Rivers State political crisis deepens as Assembly alleges plot to derail impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara. Elders and rights groups warn against the move. Get the full details.
Rivers Assembly Alleges Plot to Stop Duties via Court
Rivers State House of Assembly claims individuals seek ex-parte orders to block impeachment of Gov. Fubara. Elders warn against political vendetta. Get the latest on the crisis.
Rivers Assembly Alleges Secret Plot by Fubara's Allies
The Rivers State House of Assembly claims a secret plot by Governor Fubara's loyalists to use a court order to obstruct its duties. Read the full details and reactions.
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