Rivers crisis: Amaewhule avoiding me, refused picking my calls – Fubara

By Jude Opara

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has accused the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule of deliberately avoiding him.

Fubara said he called Amaewhule severally but the Speaker refused to answer.

The Governor spoke after he was denied access to the official quarters of the State House of Assembly along Aba Road, Port Harcourt.

The venue is being used by lawmakers under Amaewhule, who are loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

Fubara arrived at the venue in the company of top government officials, including the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, and his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, but met the gate locked.

Addressing journalists at the scene, Fubara said: “Before my arrival here, I made several attempts to speak to the Speaker. I also sent a letter which was transmitted for this particular invitation.

“Unfortunately, at the gate, you can see that the place is completely sealed, and there is no sign that anything is going to happen today.”

The Governor insisted that his actions were in the interest of the people, stressing that he remained committed to fulfilling his constitutional duties.

“The reason why we are doing this, I have always said, is in the interest of our people, which is the most important thing. I don’t think there is anything to worry about. I expect to hear from them after today,” he added.