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Ohanaeze Ndigbo, led by Chief Jackson Omenazu, has slapped Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for allegedly preventing the state’s due process of law.

Recall that three President-Generals, Chief Jackson Omenazu, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, and Chief Uche Okwukwu, all hailing from Ikwerre in Rivers State, were elected in the most recent Ohanaeze election.

The group led by Omenazu stated that they wanted Rivers State to experience a permanent peace.

The Igbo group recognised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s earnest attempts to preserve a balanced political environment in Rivers State, claiming that it was unique for the governor to be collaborating with a three-member House of Assembly.

A statement signed by Chief Chinenyeze Thompson Ohia, National Publicity Secretary/Spokesman, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, and Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, was made available to journalists on Friday.

As per their statement, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation “stands resolutely in support of the leadership and dedicated membership of the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly, ably led by Rt. Hon. Martin Chike Amaewhule.”

They asserted that “in the eyes of Nigerian law and within the conscience of the citizenry, Rt. Hon. Amaewhule is the authentic and rightful Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“We urge Governor Sim Fubara to cease catalyzing imaginary confusion and unnecessary political strife within our beloved state and to prioritize the restoration of peace and unity for the greater good of all Rivers citizens.”

The House of Assembly, led by Amaewhule, was also praised by the Ohanaeze group for overturning the governor’s veto of three important pieces of legislation.

“These essential bills—the Rivers State Education (Return of Schools) Amendment Bill, the Rivers Electricity Market Bill, and the Rivers State Commission of Inquiry Bill, 2024—were presented to the Governor over a month ago, aimed at fostering the socio-economic welfare of all citizens, especially the marginalized and economically disadvantaged.

“By overriding the Governor’s veto in strict accordance with Section 100(6) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, the legislators have affirmed their commitment to their constitutional responsibilities and the democratic principles embedded in our collective governance.

“It is profoundly troubling that Governor Fubara has withheld his approval of these bills, which are designed explicitly to improve the dire conditions faced by the impoverished populations of Rivers State.

“The resolve exhibited by the House of Assembly is not only commendable but necessary in the face of the Governor’s apparent disregard for the pressing needs of our people.

“Furthermore, we vehemently condemn the presentation of the 2025 Appropriation Bill by Governor Fubara to Victor Oko-Jumbo, Adolphus Timothy, and Sokari Goodboy.

“This action is perplexing and raises serious concerns regarding the representation of the genuine interests of the Rivers populace.

“Additionally, Ohanaeze Ndigbo acknowledges President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s sincere efforts to maintain a balanced political landscape in Rivers State, which has ensured that the Rt. Hon. Martin Chike Amaewhule-led House of Assembly can effectively resume its legislative duties.

“Such support is crucial in forestalling the emergence of a ‘one-man show’ scenario under Governor Sim Fubara’s administration,” the group further stated.

It said further: “the actions of the executive branch, led by Governor Sim Fubara, which seek to assume legislative roles either directly or indirectly, represent a clear threat to the tenets of democracy that our state and our nation hold dear.

“We back the Rt. Hon. Martin Chike Amaewhule and the entire membership of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo stands united in our unwavering support as they champion democracy, uphold the rights and welfare of the citizens, and navigate the complexities of governance for the betterment of all Rivers State residents.”

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