RIVERS STATE ASSEMBLY CRISIS: AMAEWHULE INSISTS ON REMAINING SPEAKER DESPITE CONTROVERSY

The crisis rocking the Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a new turn, with Martins Amaewhule insisting that he remains the Speaker of the House. This comes despite controversy surrounding his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Recently, an affidavit sworn by Amaewhule and his colleagues was made public, which stated that they left the PDP and joined the APC due to a serious division within the PDP. However, in a surprising twist, Amaewhule and his team are now claiming that they never defected from the PDP.

Critics have argued that this is a clear case of perjury, as they are denying an event they previously admitted to under oath. The situation is further complicated by the fact that Amaewhule and his colleagues are relying on an interlocutory injunction to maintain their seats, despite the controversy surrounding their defection.

The Rivers State House of Assembly crisis has sparked heated debates, with many calling for clarity on the matter. The PDP has maintained that Amaewhule and his colleagues are no longer members of the party, and therefore, cannot continue to occupy their seats in the Assembly.

Despite the controversy, Amaewhule remains adamant that he is still the Speaker of the House. His insistence has raised questions about the legitimacy of his leadership and the potential consequences of his actions.

As the crisis continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved. One thing is certain, however: the people of Rivers State deserve clarity and transparency in the leadership of their House of Assembly.

The Rivers State Government has been called upon to intervene in the crisis, to ensure that the Assembly is allowed to function effectively. The government’s response to the situation will be crucial in determining the outcome of the crisis.

In the meantime, Amaewhule’s insistence on remaining Speaker has raised more questions than answers. As the controversy continues to simmer, the people of Rivers State wait with bated breath for a resolution to the crisis.