Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, was on Wednesday denied entry into the official quarters of the state House of Assembly in Port Harcourt, where lawmakers loyal to his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, have been holding their sittings.

Fubara, accompanied by top government officials, including Secretary to the State Government Dr. Tammy Danagogo and Chief of Staff Edison Ehie, arrived at the complex only to find the gate locked.

Speaking to journalists, the governor accused Speaker Martin Amaewhule of deliberately avoiding him. “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,” Fubara said.

He emphasized that his actions were in the interest of the people and that he remained committed to 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.

After addressing the press, Fubara and his entourage left the premises.