By Adenike Lawal
Governor Siminalayi Fubara was met with locked gates at the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in a startling display of political friction.
Despite claiming to have officially notified Speaker Martins Amaewhule of his visit via letter and multiple calls, security personnel at the complex denied any prior communication, barring the governor’s entry.
The unexpected blockade has fueled speculation of deepening tensions between the executive and legislative arms of the state government.
This incident comes amid growing political unease in Rivers, with former Governor Nyesom Wike previously expressing doubts about Fubara’s engagement with the Assembly.
The locked gates now symbolize more than just restricted access—they highlight an ongoing power struggle that could shape the state’s governance in the coming months.
