Rivers State Assembly set ablaze over alleged plot to impeach Fubara, Ehie

The hallowed chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly has been set ablaze by suspected political thugs late last night

This is following an alleged move by the House to commence an impeachment process on the Leader of the House, Hon. Edison Ehie, and the state Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara on Monday.

The arsonists had carried out the act at about 9:45pm, causing pandemonium around the Assembly complex where the State Police Command, and Magistrate Court Complex are also situated.

A source said the legislature had concluded plans to impeach the duo on Monday at its resumed sitting following some undisclosed issues.

It was gathered that following the development some youths had invaded the Assembly complex and set it ablaze.

Africa Update gathered that it took efforts of police and the state Fire Service teams to put out the fire.

However, at press time, Security personnel have taken over the premises of the assembly complex.

About 17 security trucks and four Armoured Personnel Carriers, APC, have been stationed at the facility with over 50 Federal Security personnel mobilized at the complex.

Unconfirmed reports also alleged that the Rivers Government House Camp Commander has been sacked.