In a landmark ruling that shook Rivers politics to its core, the Supreme Court has obliterated Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s power play, declaring his actions against 27 lawmakers illegal, unconstitutional, and outright criminal.
The Verdict:
N10 Million Fine slapped on Fubara — to be paid directly to the Assembly and the 27 lawmakers he tried to sideline.
Immediate halt on all federal allocations to Rivers State until Fubara stops his illegal moves.
CBN, Accountant General, Zenith Bank & Access Bank all ordered to block Rivers from accessing public funds.
The Crime Sheet: What Did Fubara Do?
The Supreme Court backed the earlier rulings of the Federal High Court and Court of Appeal, calling out Fubara for:
Illegally presenting and spending the 2024 budget without the approval of a lawful Rivers Assembly.
Running the state with only 4 lawmakers out of 32—a constitutional joke.
Demolishing the Assembly Complex to physically block the 27 lawmakers from sitting.
Illegally redeploying the Clerk and Deputy Clerk to cripple the legislature.
Supreme Court’s Firestorm Judgment
Justice Emmanuel Agim, delivering the blistering verdict, didn’t hold back:
“Fubara used his immunity like a shield for barbaric lawlessness… collapsing the Assembly just because he feared impeachment.”
The court branded his actions criminal, unconstitutional, and a disgrace to democracy.
Assembly Must Reconvene — NOW!
The 27 lawmakers, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, have been ordered to resume work immediately.
No More Money Until Fubara Obeys The Law
The Supreme Court made it clear — no state money will flow until Rivers gets a lawful budget passed under a properly constituted House of Assembly.
Supreme Court drags Fubara for filth.
Slaps him with a N10 Million Fine.
Orders immediate financial blockade on Rivers State.
Declares all his actions since January unlawful.
Assembly to reclaim its power and resume duties.
Democracy wins — Governors are not emperors!
What’s Next for Rivers?
Is this the final blow to Fubara’s reign — or will he fight back?
Stay tuned, because this drama is far from over!
