The Rivers State Government has dismissed allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, stating that no formal communication has been received from the State House of Assembly regarding the claims.

Commissioner for Information, Joe Johnson, addressed the issue, emphasizing that despite public statements from the lawmakers, the executive arm remains uninformed of any official accusations.

He reaffirmed the governor’s dedication to maintaining peace and upholding judicial rulings, including the Supreme Court’s directive on the transition of power from local government chairmen to appointed administrators. Johnson assured that Fubara would act accordingly once the necessary court documents are received.

Condemning the Assembly’s recent moves, Johnson accused the lawmakers of attempting to destabilize the state by issuing ultimatums to both the governor and the state electoral commission. He also pointed out that legal experts had questioned the legitimacy of the Assembly’s decisions.

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The commissioner further criticized the lawmakers’ push for an investigation into the Chief Judge, suggesting that their actions were fuelled by personal interests rather than the welfare of Rivers State residents.

He revealed that the state government had made multiple attempts to engage with the Assembly, but its efforts were ignored. Johnson cited video evidence showing official documents being delivered to the lawmakers without acknowledgment, some of which had been published in national newspapers.

Describing the Assembly’s refusal to acknowledge these documents as a deliberate effort to undermine the governor’s leadership, Johnson reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to stability and governance in Rivers State.

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