Rivers crisis: Governor Fubara accused of supporting plot to blackmail justice

• The political crisis in Rivers State took a new turn when the Coalition Against Corruption and Injustice (CACI) accused Governor Fubara of abusing his office.
• The coalition made the allegation after a group called for the impeachment of some judges who made statements about the crisis.
• CACI, in a statement sent to Legit.ng, claimed that the Rivers State governor supports the group that wants the judges removed.

Port Harcourt, Rivers State – The Coalition Against Corruption and Injustice (CACI) in Nigeria has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of supporting alleged plots by politicians to undermine the independence of the judiciary.

The coalition made the accusation in a statement signed by Prince Livinus Itodo and addressed to Legitime.ng on Friday October 18.

Legitime.ng believes the allegation was a reaction to the statement by a group allegedly linked to Governor Fubara calling for the impeachment of Justices John Tsoho, Peter Lifu and James Omotosho.

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Recall that the mentioned judges recently delivered judgments bordering on political crisis in Rivers State.

Fubara accused of abuse of power

The CACI accused Governor Fubara of abusing his office to silence the opposition and maintain a grip on power.

According to Itodo, the accusations against Justices Tsoho, Lifu and Omotosho are unfounded and lack concrete evidence.

He described the judiciary as a sacred institution, essential to Nigeria’s democratic system, adding that its independence and impartiality are non-negotiable.

“The recent call by Joint Action for Democracy (JAD) to remove Justices John Tsoho, Peter Lifu and James Omotosho from office is a thinly veiled attempt to undermine the integrity of the judiciary,” the statement said. press release.

“This decision, allegedly supported by Governor Simi Fubara, is a blatant intimidation tactic aimed at compromising the independence of our judiciary.

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“Governor Fubara’s involvement in this project is particularly concerning, given his history of prioritizing personal interests over the welfare of the citizens of Rivers State.”

Group praises justice system, calls for NJC investigation

Rejecting the allegations against the judges, the coalition praised the judiciary for its commitment to justice and fairness despite the incessant attacks on judges.

Itodo called on the National Judicial Council (NJC) to investigate the allegations and protect the integrity of the judiciary.

“The legal community must stand united against these intimidation tactics. Nigerians must demand accountability and transparency from those who seek to undermine our justice system,” he said.

“We will not stand idly by while Governor Fubara and his allies attempt to undermine our justice system. We urge all Nigerians to join us in defending the integrity of our justice system. »

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Fubara invokes God’s judgment on ‘corrupt judges’

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Governor Fubara invoked God’s judgment on some judges who allegedly collected “bribes” to distort justice.

He spoke at the opening of the 2024/2025 legal year and rededication service at St. Paul’s Cathedral Church, Anglican Communion in Diobu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, on Thursday October 17.

The Rivers State governor has lashed out at some legal luminaries who he says have stained their conscience to canvass to please their paymasters.

Source: Legit.ng