Rivers: Gov Fubara summons executive council meeting after defection of 27 House Assembly members to APC

In response to the significant defection of 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Governor Sim Fubara has allegedly called for an emergency executive council meeting.

The sudden departure, which was revealed by assembly members who supported FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has rocked the political establishment in the state.

 Governor Fubara’s prompt action in calling an urgent meeting indicates how serious the issue is and how quickly the executive council has to begin deliberations.

The mass defection has already ignited speculation about potential ramifications for the political landscape of Rivers state.

The move by the assembly members underscores a significant shift in political allegiance and hints at possible realignments in the state’s political dynamics.

The outcome and decisions stemming from the emergency executive council meeting are crucial in addressing the fallout from the mass defection and charting the future course of political actions for Governor Fubara and his administration.