Rivers State Assembly Speaker Accuses Governor of Misleading Public and Avoiding Scrutiny
In a political feud in Rivers State, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Martin Amaewhule, publicly calls Governor Siminalayi Fubara a liar, accusing him of consistently misleading the public and circumventing due process. Amaewhule challenges Fubara to submit the 2025 budget for scrutiny, alleging that the governor is spending state funds without legislative approval.
The conflict also involves allegations of unauthorized contracts awarded by the governor to friends and loyalists. Despite efforts for reconciliation, tensions remain high, with Amaewhule insisting on transparency and adherence to legislative procedures.
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