What played out at the Assembly complex shows a House that believes it has already made up its mind. During a resumed plenary session on Friday, the lawmakers agreed, without dissent, to move ahead with investigations into allegations of gross misconduct against both officials. The sitting was led by the Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, who did not mince words about the direction the House had chosen.

Following the vote, the Assembly formally asked the Chief Judge of Rivers State to take the next constitutional step by setting up an investigative panel. According to the Speaker, the outcome of the vote reflected a unified position, and he insisted that the judiciary should now act in line with the law.

What adds another layer to this situation is the return of four lawmakers who had earlier distanced themselves from the impeachment process. At a press briefing, they publicly declared their renewed support, accusing Governor Fubara of breaching the 1999 Constitution. In their view, the Assembly had no alternative but to activate its impeachment powers.

They went further, alleging that the governor had attempted to intimidate and blackmail legislators, arguing that such actions showed a loss of trust at a time when the state is already facing serious political tension. The lawmakers also questioned the commitment of both the governor and his deputy to any genuine peace process, claiming their actions were aimed at forcing the Assembly to abandon the impeachment effort.

From the tone and decisions coming out of the House, it is clear the lawmakers see this as a constitutional duty they intend to carry through. They insist the process will continue without interference, signalling that the political battle in Rivers State is far from over.