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Mar

2026

House Of Assembly Member Suspended Over Alleged Domestic violence

House Of Assembly Member Suspended Over Alleged Domestic Violence Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended one of its members, Ovat Dickson Agbor, over allegations of domestic violence involving his wife. Agbor, who represents the Obubra I State Constituency, was suspended following deliberations by the Assembly after the issue was brought before the lawmakers during plenary. The decision of the House reportedly followed a petition and public concerns over an alleged incident in which the lawmaker was accused of physically assaulting his spouse. The development sparked reactions from civil society groups and members of the public who called for…

Jan

2026

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Rivers Assembly Urges Chief Judge To Begin Impeachment Probe Against Fubara, Deputy

House Of Assembly, Judiciary, News Flash, Politics

Rivers Assembly Urges Chief Judge To Begin Impeachment Probe Against Fubara, Deputy Rivers State House of Assembly on Friday called on the Chief Judge of the state to set up panel to investigate the allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The assembly members, who made the call through a unanimous vote, vowed to continue with the impeachment process. The lawmakers had earlier addressed a live press conference in Port Harcourt where they accused Fubara of allegedly using blackmail. Addressing journalists, the Deputy Speaker, Dumle Maol,said Fubara lacked the trust needed to address the…

Jan

2026

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Rivers Crisis: Only Fasts, Prayers Can Save Governor Fubara- Fayose

House Of Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Rivers Crisis: Only Fasts, Prayers Can Save Gov Fubara – Fayose Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has weighed in on the crisis rocking oil-rich state, saying only fasting and prayers can save Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Fayose advised Fubara to reconcile with his estranged political godfather and predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who now serves as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. “Many prayers would be said to save Fubara. So many fasts and prayers would be the only thing that would save Fubara in this one,” Fayose said. Fubara and the Rivers State House…

Jan

2026

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Fubara’s Impeachment Process Still Ongoing, Not Suspended – Rivers Assembly

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Fubara’s Impeachment Process Still Ongoing, Not Suspended – Rivers Assembly The Rivers State House of Assembly has said that the impeachment process initiated against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, is ongoing and has not been halted, contrary to reports circulating online. The assembly stated this in a press release issued on Friday and signed by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George. The assembly said the process, which commenced on Thursday was being carried out in line with the provisions of the Constitution. “The Rivers State House of Assembly…

Dec

2025

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Angry Mob Attacks Zamfara Lawmaker Over Alleged Neglect Of Constituents

House Of Assembly, Northern Nigeria, Politics

Angry Mob Attacks Zamfara Lawmaker Over Alleged Neglect Of Constituents An angry mob in Dansadau town, Maru local government area of Zamfara State, on Wednesday, attacked a member of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Kabiru Mikailu, over allegations of poor representation and neglect of his constituents. Hon. Mikailu, who represents Maru South Constituency, was reportedly assaulted by irate residents when he accompanied Governor Dauda Lawal on an official visit to the troubled community. Eyewitnesses said the mob accused the lawmaker of abandoning them since his election, claiming that he had failed to visit the area or engage with the…

Dec

2025

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Rivers Speaker, 15 Other Assembly Members Defect To APC

House Of Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South South

Rivers Speaker, 15 Other Assembly Members Defect To APC 16 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, including the Speaker Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection, announced during plenary on Friday, marked a major political realignment in the state’s legislature and could significantly alter the balance of power between the camps loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. Speaking on the floor of the House, Speaker Amaewhule declared that the lawmakers had unanimously resolved to join the APC,…

Jul

2025

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A Breath Of Fresh Air For ABIA: Why H.A.B 31 Of 2025 Is Our Environmental Imperative

Abia State, House Of Assembly, News Flash

A Breath of Fresh Air for Abia: Why H.A.B 31 of 2025 is Our Environmental Imperative Abia State, like many burgeoning regions, grapples with the escalating challenge of waste management. Our landscapes, once pristine, are increasingly scarred by overflowing dumpsites and burgeoning landfills, posing significant threats to public health, water sources, and the very air we breathe. It is against this backdrop of urgent environmental concern that House of Assembly Bill (H.A.B31 of 2025 emerges, a timely and progressive piece of legislation poised to usher in a new era of environmental responsibility in our beloved state. This proposed bill is…

May

2025

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X-Raying The Impact Of Governor Otti’s 30 Executive Bills On ABIA Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, House Of Assembly, Infrastructure

X-raying the Impact of Governor Otti's 30 Executive Bills on Abia Transformation Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The administration of Governor Alex Chioma Otti has been a game-changer in Abia State, driven by his unwavering commitment to good governance and development. A key aspect of this commitment was the transmission of 30 Executive Bills to the Abia State House of Assembly, all of which were passed into law and accented to within two glorious years of his result-oriented and transformative governance. These bills represent the bedrock of the transformation and numerous achievements recorded within this period, cutting across all sectors. Ultimately, Governor…

May

2025

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Second Year Anniversary: Governor Otti Holds Joint Exco Session, Signs 18 Bills Into Law

Abia State, Good Governance, House Of Assembly, News Flash

SECOND YEAR ANNIVERSARY: GOV. OTTI HOLDS JOINT EXCO SESSION, SIGNS 18 BILLS INTO LAW. As part of the activities marking his 2nd year anniversary, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti held an enlarged State Executive Council meeting, expanded to jointly sit with the leadership of the State House of Assembly and signed 18 Executive Bills into Law. These 18 bills bring to total, 30 Executive Bills signed by Governor Alex Otti from 2023 to date. Speaking while assenting to the bills, Governor Otti said that the new Laws encapsulate thoughtful legislative provisions for achieving his Government's vision in critical areas…

Apr

2025

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Suspended Rivers Assembly Lawmakers Hosted By Wike In UK

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Wike Hosts Suspended Rivers Assembly Lawmakers In UK Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), on Monday hosted suspended Rivers assembly lawmakers in the United Kingdom. In a video shared on X, Lere Olayinka, senior special assistant on public communications and social media to the minister, said the lawmakers, “who are in the UK for legislative capacity building”, were hosted to a dinner by the minister. Yesterday, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, hosted Rivers State House of Assembly members who are in the United Kingdom for Legislative Capacity Building, to a dinner. Olayinka added that “Wike left Nigeria…