The People’s Democratic Party and the Rivers State Government expressed their opposition to a faction of the All Progressives Congress calling for Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s resignation or impeachment. Governor Fubara remained resolute in his dedication to peace amid the political turmoil. The APC faction accused the governor of various wrongdoings and demanded his resignation. In response, Fubara emphasized his commitment to peace and invited lawmakers for dialogue following a Supreme Court ruling. The opposition party dismissed the invitation as insincere.
The situation escalated as the APC faction insisted on Fubara’s resignation or impeachment, labeling him as incompetent. The Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communications refuted these claims, dismissing the impeachment calls as baseless. The PDP also criticized the opposition’s stance, urging them to focus on national issues rather than creating unrest in the state.
Concerns grew over potential political instability, with factions clashing over governance and leadership in Rivers State. Calls for calm and unity were made by various stakeholders, emphasizing the need for peaceful coexistence and dialogue to resolve the crisis. The Rivers Elders and Leaders Forum appealed for restraint and warned against provocative actions that could further escalate tensions.
Additionally, a group demanded legal action against lawmakers for alleged perjury, while PDP members in Plateau State criticized the impeachment calls against Fubara, attributing the crisis to judiciary decisions. The political situation in Rivers State remained tense, with stakeholders urging cooperation and peaceful resolution to avoid further escalation.