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Africa Democratic Congress reacts as impeachment pressure mounts on Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Rivers State.

A chieftain of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC), Austin Okai, has described the ongoing impeachment moves against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara as a clear act of betrayal by the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Speaking in an exclusive interview, Okai said the unfolding crisis shows that Fubara has been politically abandoned, despite earlier assurances that the presidency would shield him from impeachment threats.

According to him, the situation would not have escalated if there was genuine backing from powerful quarters. He argued that the governor’s decision to seek relief from a local court reflects how isolated he has become.

Okai said it was troubling that a sitting governor could lose control of his own House of Assembly members, noting that such a development points to deeper political manipulation.

He further claimed that the impeachment plot was designed to weaken Fubara politically and ensure he serves only one term in office.

While acknowledging that outright removal may not happen immediately, Okai questioned the APC’s commitment to the governor. He argued that if Fubara truly led the party in the state, the Assembly crisis should have been resolved internally.

He also suggested that political interests within the party may favour other figures, raising questions about what the APC ultimately stands to gain from the current standoff.

Meanwhile, Rivers elder statesman Wenendah Wali said it is still difficult to predict how the impeachment process will end.

Wali explained that impeachment is strictly guided by constitutional procedures, leaving little room for assumptions or political guesswork.

He outlined the stages involved, including formal notices, Assembly resolutions, and the role of the Chief Judge in setting up a review panel.

According to him, the entire process now rests on the Chief Judge and the integrity of the panel that may be constituted.

Wali noted that if the panel finds the governor guilty of constitutional breaches, its decision will be final and binding on the House of Assembly.

However, he added that even a finding of guilt does not automatically guarantee removal, citing examples where leaders were impeached but retained their positions.

At this stage, Wali said the Assembly appears determined, but everything depends on whether the Chief Judge proceeds with setting up the investigative committee.

Until that decision is made, he stressed that all other discussions remain speculative.