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Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has declared his intention to establish a reconciliation committee addressing the ongoing conflict in Rivers State.
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Abbas disclosed this advancement during the plenary session on Tuesday, May 6, stating that it would occur alongside actions taken by the Senate.
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The speaker indicated that the action was taken as a reaction to the increasing political divide between the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his former political mentor.
FCT, Abuja –
Tajudeen Abbas, who serves as the speaker of the House of Representatives, has announced that the National Assembly will shortly establish a top-tier reconciliation panel aimed at resolving the ongoing political turmoil affecting Rivers State.
The conflict reportedly exists between the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the former governor, who is currently serving as the minister for the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Their disagreement has intensified, resulting in assaults on oil facilities and prompting President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency afterward.
Rivers: The Reason Behind Tinubu’s Declaration of Emergency State
Following the declaration of a state of emergency, President Tinubu suspended both the governor and the members of the state house of assembly who were allied with the previous governor. However, on Tuesday, May 7, when the National Assembly reconvened, Abbas revealed their intention to establish a reconciliation committee.
Abbas stated that the choice was made jointly with the Senate, and the committee would comprise prominent individuals dedicated to fostering peace, encouraging discussion, and aiding the restoration of democracy within the country as well as in other strife-torn regions.
This move took place several weeks following the National Assembly’s approval of President Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in the oil-producing state. A 21-member ad hoc committee was formed within the House to oversee the activities of the sole administrator appointed by the president for this state.
The special committee formed within the House of Representatives was headed by House Leader Prof Julius Ihonvbere, who had already initiated discussions with important parties involved at the state level.
Speaker Abbas showed dedication to achieving peace.
Abbas asserted that the House was dedicated to fulfilling its constitutional duties and maintaining national stability. He further noted that this effort was a response to the intricate difficulties confronting the leadership within the country.
As a result, the Senate formed its committee on the very same day to monitor the actions of the Rivers administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. Senator Godswill Akpabio, who serves as the Senate President, disclosed this information during the plenary session.
Akpabio stated that this move aimed at ensuring transparency and fostering accountability among the Rivers State governors during the transitional period. He also mentioned that the committee’s composition might undergo revisions following additional discussions.
Amaechi addresses conflict between Fubara and Wike
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Earlier reports indicated that Rotimi Amaechi, who previously served as the minister of transportation and as the governor of Rivers State, stated that the political turmoil in Rivers revolved around the distribution of funds.
Amaechi claimed that President Bola Tinubu is involved in the political turmoil affecting Rivers State, further stating that there are speculations suggesting governors who do not back the president in 2027 could face removal.
The ex-governor similarly called upon suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to inform Nigerians of the reason behind their dispute if it wasn’t related to dividing funds and strategizing for the 2027 elections.
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