Eight days into the new year, the political crisis in Rivers State between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has deepened.
On Thursday, the House of Assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against Fubara.
It is generally believed the lawmakers are acting on the order of Wike.
Twenty six lawmakers signed the petition to impeach the governor, which was presented on the floor of the House by the Majority Leader.
They accused Fubara and his deputy of gross misconduct.The Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, presided over the session.
He said he would send the petition to Fubara within seven days.
