BREAKING: Governor Otu Intervenes As Cross River House of Assembly Sacks Speaker

• Finally, the crisis rocking the Rivers State House of Assembly has finally been resolved following the intervention of the state government
• Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem confirmed that he remains the speaker of the state’s 10th assembly following Governor Bassey Otu’s intervention and other key stakeholders
• TheTalk.NG reported that Ayambem was impeached on Wednesday, May 22, by 17 members of the house, over an allegation of financial misappropriation

TheTalk.NG journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

The leadership of the 10th Assembly of Cross River state has unanimously reaffirmed Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, as the 10th Assembly of Cross River State.

Governor Bassey Otu resolves Cross River Assembly crisis.
Photo credit: Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, Governor Bassey OtuSource: Facebook

As reported by Channels TV on Monday, May 27, Ayambem’s reaffirmation followed a rapprochement brokered by the state governor, Bassey Otu, and critical stakeholders with the 25-member Assembly in Calabar on Sunday, May 26.

This was made known in a statement by the chief press secretary to the Speaker, Matthew Okache.

How the Speaker was impeached

The speaker was impeached on Wednesday by 17 members out of the 25-member House over allegations of misappropriation of funds.

Majority of the lawmakers had passed a no-confidence vote on him, about 11 months in office.

Ayambem thanked Governor Otu

Reacting to the new development, Ayambem, expressed his appreciation to the governor and those who waded into the crisis and ensured that it was resolved; for peace to reign and for the stability of the state and the House of Assembly.

Ayambem said:

“The governor’s track record as a leader who is committed to peace has never been in doubt. This has continued to shine through from his time as senator to his current position as governor.”

DSS storms Cross River assembly over speaker’s impeachment

Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that fierce-looking operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), men of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and other security agents, stormed the crisis-hit Cross River state assembly complex.

This was after the impeachment of the assembly’s speaker, Elvert Anyambem, led to a brawl in the house.

Source: TheTalk.NG

Nationwide Protest: “Resist Temptations of Full-Blown Dictatorship,” Dele Momodu Writes Tinubu

The publisher of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu has written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, less than a week to the planned nationwide protests Momodu reminded President Tinubu of his past as a pro-democracy activist during the military regime The PDP chieftain blamed President Tinubu for Nigeria’s current woes and noted that although he ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

“Don’t Complain When They Protest”: Shehu Sani Knocks Govt Officials Over Diversion of Rice

The federal government led by President Bola Tinubu donated 20 trucks of rice to Katsina state to support the less-privileged However, reports disclosed that 2,000 bags of rice were diverted by government officials in the state Reacting, former Kaduna senator Shehu Sani condemned the actions of the officials and warned that their actions could spark ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Labour Party Embroiled in Fresh Crisis as 2014 Excos Demand Implementation of Consent Judgement

The Nigeria Labour Party (LP) is embroiled in a controversy as former executive members from 2014 demand the implementation of a 2018 consent judgment The former executives, led by Callistus Uju Okafor and Mamman Bukar, said they have the legal authority to convene a convention to address party irregularities and restore stability If enforced, the ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Shaibu Speaks on Why He’d Have Dropped His Governorship Ambition, Details Emerge

Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu stated that he would have dropped his governorship ambitions if Governor Godwin Obaseki had communicated reasonably with him Shaibu accused Obaseki of being a dictator and said he became more determined to pursue his governorship ambition after Obaseki threatened to destroy him Shaibu denied allegations that he took 22 ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

BREAKING: Tragedy as IED Explosion Rocks Popular Market in Yobe

An explosion occurred at the Buni Yadi market in Yobe State, suspected to be caused by a planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The incident happened on Friday at around 12:30 PM, injuring a girl, according to a resident of Buni Yadi, Ali Hassan. Explosion rocks Yobe Market Photo Credit: Mai Mala BuniSource: Twitter Captain Muhammad ... Read more Continue reading here ▶