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.
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.
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.
An analysis of the escalating political feud between Nyesom Wike and Siminalayi Fubara, revealing President Tinubu's strategic maneuvers and the shifting power dynamics in Rivers State ahead of 2027. Read the full breakdown.
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.
A new report by the Good Governance Advocacy Centre finds no evidence of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, labeling the impeachment a political witch-hunt. Read the full details.
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.
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.
Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose has criticised Rivers Governor Sim Fubara's claim to be APC's leader in Rivers, comparing the situation to Lagos where Tinubu holds real power. Read the full analysis.
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.
TVC's Babajide Kolade-Otitoju warns President Tinubu faces major political risk in Rivers power struggle between Wike and Fubara ahead of 2027 elections.
Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose has called on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara to reconcile with Nyesom Wike to halt the state's political instability. Read his full warning and analysis.
Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose calls on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara to seek peace with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike amid impeachment threats. Read the full story.
Former Governor Ayodele Fayose asserts President Tinubu will not remove FCT Minister Wike to favour Governor Fubara. Get the latest on the Rivers political crisis and impeachment proceedings.
Former Governor Ayo Fayose predicts President Bola Tinubu will back FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, citing Wike's political value and performance. Read the full analysis.
Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose calls on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara to seek reconciliation with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, amid impeachment threats and political crisis. Read his full advice.
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.
APC and key stakeholders intervene in Rivers impeachment plot against Governor Fubara. Lawmakers appeal for peace as PANDEF calls for sacrifice. Get the latest details.
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.
Nigeria Police IRT invites ex-Rivers SSG Tammy Danagogo over leaked call plotting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's assassination. Details of the political feud emerge.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike dismisses calls for his removal, stating only President Bola Tinubu holds that authority. The political rift in Rivers State deepens amid impeachment moves.
Nigerian professionals abroad support Governor Siminalayi Fubara, cautioning that impeachment moves threaten Rivers State's democracy and economy. Read their full statement.
PANDEF's reconciliation chief, Kanu Agabi, calls on Wike, Fubara, and Rivers lawmakers to forgive and end the crisis. He warns the state is too vital for Nigeria to fail.
Veteran journalist Babajide Kolade-Otitoju reveals President Tinubu's political dilemma in Rivers State ahead of 2027 elections, caught between Governor Fubara's popularity and Wike's influence. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticises latecomers to APC in Rivers, defends his early support for Tinubu, and asserts his political dominance. Read the full story.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticizes latecomers to APC in Rivers, defends his early support for Tinubu, and asserts his political dominance. Read the full story.
An APC South-South group alleges Rivers lawmakers aim to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara for refusing to approve fictitious projects in the 2026 budget, warning it threatens democracy.
APC South-South caucus alleges Rivers impeachment moves stem from Governor Fubara's refusal to approve questionable budget items. They warn against using impeachment as a political tool. Read more.
Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, shares a throwback video of Governor Sim Fubara kneeling in gratitude, sparking mixed reactions online. Read the full story and watch the video.