Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed fears of impeachment following Friday's Supreme Court ruling, which recognized the 27 lawmakers loyal to former Governor Nyesom Wike.
The apex court's judgment effectively tilted the balance of power in favor of Wike and his allies, raising speculations about Fubara's political future.
However, the governor remains resolute, insisting that he is not afraid of any consequences.
Speaking in a video posted by Channels TV, Fubara reassured his supporters, particularly the youths, that he would continue to stand for what is right.
In his words; "Let me say it again, and let me say it clearly, I am not scared of anything. The worst that could happen is that I leave office. But am I leaving the Earth? Is it going to stop me from existing? So, I am not even bothered about that. However, the right thing must be done and must be said when the opportunity is given to us. So, let me thank everyone, especially our youth. Be strong. Don't, don't, don't give up-be strong. I assure you that, at the right time, you will receive the instruction."
The governor's comments come in the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling, which not only reinstated the pro-Wike lawmakers but also directed the Federal Government to halt financial allocations to Rivers State until Fubara presents the state budget to the 27 lawmakers led by Martins Amaewhule.
Additionally, the court nullified the local government elections conducted by Fubara last year. The Rivers State political crisis began in October 2023 when a rift emerged between Fubara and Wike, his estranged political godfather.
The state House of Assembly split into two factions, with 27 lawmakers siding with Wike and only four remaining loyal to Fubara. In a bid to assert his authority, the governor presented the 2024 and 2025 budgets to the four pro-Fubara lawmakers, an action the Supreme Court later deemed illegal.
Watch the video below from 13:00 timestamp;
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