- The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on five appeals concerning the defection of 27 Rivers State lawmakers, with a ruling date to be communicated later
- Governor Siminalayi Fubara is challenging the legality of Martin Amaewhule as Speaker, arguing that defecting lawmakers should lose their seats under the Constitution
- The Supreme Court dismissed Fubaras appeal on the 2024 budget after his legal team withdrew it, citing changing political circumstances
Court to Communicate Judgment DateSupreme Court Takes Action In 27 Rivers Lawmakers Defection AppealsSource: TwitterLegal Arguments and PositionsThe constitution is clear on what happens when a lawmaker defects without a division in their party. We expect the Supreme Court to give a verdict that upholds the rule of law, a counsel to the governor stated.Supreme Court Dismisses Fubaras Budget AppealSupreme Court Takes Action In 27 Rivers Lawmakers Defection AppealsSource: FacebookWe have carefully reviewed the situation and decided that pursuing the appeal is no longer necessary, Ali said.Political Tensions in Rivers State
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