Rivers Assembly Reinstates Three Pro‑Fubara Lawmakers
The Rivers State House of Assembly reversed its earlier decision and declared the seats of three pro‑Fubara lawmakers vacant.
In Brief
- •The Rivers State House of Assembly reversed its earlier decision and declared the seats of three pro‑Fubara lawmakers vacant.
- •The three lawmakers—Timothy Oruibienimigha (Opobo/Nkoro), Victor Jumbo (Bonny), and Sokari Goodboy Sokari (Ahoada West)—were reinstated after letters of appeal and a reconciliation meeting with Governor Fubara.
- •The decision was taken during the 68th legislative sitting of the 4th session of the 10th Assembly, following a meeting led by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in Port Harcourt.
- •The reinstatement follows a political crisis that began in 2023, involving factional splits and court rulings that ultimately restored the Amaewhule‑led Assembly in February 2025.
- •The lawmakers had previously been suspended in October 2023 and had not resumed duties due to alleged lack of notification that the suspension was lifted.
Why It Matters
The reinstatement resolves a key dispute that had disrupted legislative business for over three years, restoring representation for the affected constituencies and stabilizing governance in Rivers State. It also underscores the role of national leadership and reconciliation in resolving intra‑party conflicts, potentially setting a precedent for similar disputes elsewhere.
Key Details
- Decision Date
- 2026-10-19
- Reinstated Lawmakers
- Timothy Oruibienimigha, Victor Jumbo, Sokari Goodboy Sokari
- Previous Suspension Lifted
- December 2023
- Political Crisis Began
- 2023
- Court of Appeal Reinstated 27 Lawmakers
- July 2024
- Supreme Court Ruling
- February 2025
Context & Background
The political crisis in Rivers State began in 2023 after Governor Siminalayi Fubara succeeded former ally Nyesom Wike, leading to factional splits within the House of Assembly and a prolonged struggle for control that was ultimately resolved through court rulings and a national reconciliation effort.
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