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

Fubara, accompanied by top government officials, including Secretary to the State Government Dr. Tammy Danagogo and Chief of Staff Edison Ehie, was met with a locked gate upon arrival at the complex along Aba Road.

Addressing journalists at the scene, the governor accused Speaker Martin Amaewhule of deliberately avoiding him, stating that his calls and a formal letter requesting a meeting went unanswered.

“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,” Fubara said. “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.”

The governor emphasized that his actions were in the best interest of the people, reaffirming his commitment to fulfilling 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.