Calm Resumes in Rivers State Amid Impeachment Threat Against Governor Fubara
DEFENSE
Calm returned to Rivers State as residents resumed normal activities following an impeachment threat against Governor Siminalyi Fubara, triggered by an investigation into his failure to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill. The National Security Adviser and Chief of Army Staff increased security presence amid widespread condemnation from civil society organizations, which argued that the impeachment move undermines democratic principles and should not be used as a political tool.

Jan 10, 2026, 3:25 PM