The Rivers State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu.
This is according to proceedings at a plenary session of the Assembly on Thursday, where lawmakers formally read notices alleging gross misconduct against both officeholders.
The move, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, marks a major escalation in the ongoing political crisis in the oil-producing state and sets the stage for further constitutional actions.