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Rivers Assembly moves to probe Ijaw Chief Judge
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Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s political camp faces deeper challenges in Rivers State.
Diaspora digital media (DDM) reports that the Rivers State House of Assembly has launched an investigation into Chief Judge Justice Simeon Amadi over alleged age falsification.
During its 135th legislative sitting, the Assembly resolved to write to the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate the allegations.
Hon. Major Jack, the Leader of the House, presented the allegations against the Chief Judge.
The Assembly declared that falsifying age is a serious offense requiring a thorough investigation.
Speaker Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule cited Section 128 of the Constitution to justify the probe.
He accused Governor Fubara of preventing heads of ministries, departments, and agencies from appearing before the Assembly.
Justice Amadi was screened and appointed as Chief Judge three years ago under former Governor Nyesom Wike.
Reports suggest that Amadi, who hails from the Ikwerre ethnic group like Wike, rejected a N5 billion bribe.
He allegedly refused offers of luxury homes in London and America to betray Wike and facilitate his impeachment.
This rejection reportedly caused friction between him and the political establishment.
Hon. Ogbonna Nwuke, a former National Assembly member, criticized the probe as an intimidation tactic.
He claimed the investigation was meant to pressure the Chief Judge and weaken Fubara’s administration.
He argued that impeaching a governor is difficult, so opponents are targeting his loyalists instead.
He suggested the ultimate goal was to create instability and justify a state of emergency.
The crisis escalated when FCT Minister Nyesom Wike publicly threatened Governor Fubara with impeachment.
Wike declared that Fubara could be impeached, and “heaven will not fall.”
His remarks came a day after a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and Niger Delta elders.
PANDEF delegates urged Tinubu to enforce the Supreme Court ruling and ensure political stability.
Wike’s impeachment threat angered various Ijaw groups and religious organizations.
The Supreme Egbesu Assembly, the Ijaw National Congress (INC), and the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) condemned Wike’s statements.
The Egbesu deity has historically been invoked to resist federal military incursions in the Niger Delta.
Ijaw leader Digifa accused President Tinubu of enabling Wike’s political excesses.
He argued that Tinubu should be held responsible for Wike’s arrogance and recklessness.
He criticized the government for manipulating the judiciary for political gains.
He warned of consequences if Governor Fubara is impeached.
He assured that the Ijaw people do not believe in violence but will respond strategically.
He emphasized that they are closely monitoring the political developments.
He described Wike’s behavior as provocative and unnecessary.
He expressed disappointment in Tinubu’s failure to resolve the crisis.
He warned that the Yoruba nation could face repercussions for allowing Wike to act unchecked.
He referenced the spiritual forces that have historically protected the Ijaw Nation.
Professor Benjamin Okaba, President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), dismissed Wike’s claims.
He accused Wike of using ethnic sentiments to gain political advantage.
He argued that Wike was attempting to distract from the real issues.
He reminded Wike that the Ijaw people played a crucial role in the creation of Rivers State.
He questioned Wike’s political lineage and his ancestors’ contributions to the state’s formation.
He predicted Wike’s political downfall before the 2027 elections.
He stated that Wike’s political strength relies on federal backing.
He argued that Wike would become politically irrelevant without support from the Presidency.
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) issued a strong warning against any impeachment attempt.
The group demanded that Governor Fubara be allowed to serve his full two terms.
They vowed to resist any unlawful attempt to remove him from office.
They warned that any plot to impeach Fubara could lead to severe consequences.
They accused Wike of betraying the Ijaw Nation despite their past support for him.
They criticized his arrogance and disrespect toward Ijaw leaders and communities.
They reminded Wike that he once sought Ijaw support but now insults them.
They vowed that he would face political consequences for his actions.
They warned that the Ijaw people would not forget or forgive his betrayal.
They insisted that Wike would regret his political miscalculations.
The Ijaw National Congress (INC) also rejected Wike’s claims about their population size.
They emphasized that the Ijaws are Nigeria’s fourth-largest ethnic group, with over 40 million people.
They highlighted that Ijaws are the largest ethnic group in Rivers State, covering eight local government areas.
They dismissed Wike’s assertion that the Ijaws are a minority within the Niger Delta.
They accused him of spreading misinformation to create ethnic divisions.
They argued that Wike’s statements betrayed a lack of historical and political awareness.
They insisted that the Ijaw people have always championed fairness and equity in the region.
They accused Wike of attempting to destabilize the Niger Delta for personal political gains.
They urged President Tinubu to restrain Wike and refocus him on his ministerial duties.
They reaffirmed their commitment to peace and stability in the Niger Delta.
They warned that any further provocation from Wike could escalate tensions.
They assured that the Ijaw Nation remains united in protecting their political interests.
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