The Rivers State House of Assembly has dismissed allegations that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is influencing the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Assembly spokesperson Enemi George clarified the matter on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, emphasizing that lawmakers are acting strictly within the provisions of the Constitution and not under pressure from any political figure.
George warned that linking the impeachment process to Wike or any other individual undermines the independence and credibility of the legislative arm.
Addressing claims that the former Rivers State governor may be involved in the proceedings, he cautioned against mixing politics with constitutional responsibilities, calling such assumptions “dangerous.”
“This is like pouring oil into water; the two do not mix unless boiled. The FCT minister is a politician. If we begin to mix politics with constitutional matters, we will begin to cause trouble,” he said.
He added that it is unfair and demeaning to suggest the House of Assembly is acting under the influence of a single person.
“I am not a party chief; I am the spokesperson of the Rivers State House of Assembly. While I am personally politically aligned with the FCT minister, it is insulting to reduce the activities of an institution created by the Constitution to mere politics or the will of an individual,” George explained.
The spokesperson stressed that the impeachment is based on alleged constitutional breaches by Governor Fubara, and not political motivations. Lawmakers are following due process as outlined by law.
The Rivers State House of Assembly had earlier initiated impeachment proceedings against Fubara over accusations of gross misconduct, a move that has stirred political tension and debate across the state.
