Drama Unfolds as Rivers Governor Fubara Faces Locked Gate at Assembly Quarters
A tense moment played out at the Rivers State House of Assembly Quarters on Wednesday when Governor Siminalayi Fubara arrived, only to find the entrance gate locked.
Eyewitnesses observed that security personnel at the quarters locked the gates as the governor’s convoy approached. Their decision was reportedly based on the claim that there had been no official communication between the governor and the Assembly regarding his visit.
However, Fubara countered this, stating that he had informed Speaker Martins Amaewhule in advance through a letter and had also attempted to reach him by phone since Tuesday. Supporting his claim, the Rivers State Government also shared a letter notifying the House of the governor’s planned visit.
The governor recently vowed to fully implement the Supreme Court’s February 28, 2025, judgment and directed the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to outline plans for a fresh election. In response, RSIEC scheduled the local government polls for August 9, 2025.
Additionally, the Secretary to the State Government, Tammy Danagogo, sent a letter dated March 7, 2025, requesting a meeting with lawmakers on March 10, 2025. The agenda included discussions on re-presenting the 2025 budget and fostering peace.
Despite this, the Assembly insisted that the governor must follow the proper channels for extending his invitation.
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