The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has issued a strong ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, urging him to either resign or face impeachment.
Speaking at a news briefing in Port Harcourt on Monday, Okocha criticized Fubara’s recent invitation to pro-Wike lawmakers for a meeting, describing it as a “Greek gift.”
His remarks come amid the ongoing political tension between Fubara and the 27 lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.
Fubara, who has been at odds with the lawmakers following his fallout with Wike, had extended an olive branch by inviting them to Government House, Port Harcourt, on Monday.
The invitation was sent after the expiration of the 48-hour ultimatum issued to the governor to present the 2025 budget.
The assembly had earlier issued another ultimatum for Fubara to sack commissioners and board members not screened by the House.
It also summoned the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).
A letter dated 9th March, signed by Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo and addressed to Speaker Mathew Amaewhule, stated that the governor had received the Supreme Court judgment and was ready to meet with the legislators.
The agenda includes discussions on providing a befitting space for assembly sittings, payment of outstanding allowances, budget presentation and other relevant issues.
The Supreme Court’s recent judgment, expected to end the prolonged political crisis in Rivers State, has instead deepened the turmoil, with both factions interpreting the ruling to their advantage.
At the briefing, Okocha accused the governor of abusing the rule of law.
“The invitation to the lawmakers is a Greek Gift. The Supreme Court Judgement is final. There is nothing anybody can do about it. The only option available to the Governor now is for him to resign or be impeached,” Okocha stated.