In a significant turnaround for the political landscape of the oil-rich state, the Rivers State House of Assembly has officially halted its impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngọzi Odu.
The decision was reached during a plenary session on Thursday, February 19, marking what many observers hope is the end of a high-stakes power struggle that has gripped the state for months.
The Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, had initiated the impeachment process on January 8, 2026, citing a litany of allegations including gross misconduct, the unauthorized demolition of the Assembly complex, and spending state funds without legislative approval.
However, during the resumed sitting in Port Harcourt, a motion was moved and adopted to discontinue the process, effectively clearing the path for a potential reconciliation between the executive and legislative arms of government.
The shift in the Assembly’s stance follows a fourth round of high-level interventions by President Bola Tinubu. The President recently convened a meeting in Abuja involving Governor Fubara, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and leaders of the state assembly. These talks reportedly emphasized the need for political stability to ensure that the state’s 2026 budget and essential services remain uninterrupted.
With the impeachment threat removed, the focus now shifts to the administration’s ability to function. The Assembly had previously barred the Governor from presenting the Mid-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the 2026 Appropriation Bill pending the outcome of the probe.
With the resolution of the crisis, it is expected that the legislative process for the state’s multi-billion naira budget will now proceed, allowing for the continuation of critical infrastructure and social projects.