In the latest turn of events in Rivers State's political struggle, the Appeal Court has overturned the expulsion of 25 lawmakers loyal to Governor Nyesom Wike from the State House of Assembly.
Punch News reports that these lawmakers were initially expelled for defecting to the opposition party. This decision is seen as a win for Wike's camp. However, political analyst Chuchu Mweke believes the Supreme Court will ultimately determine their fate.
Mweke stated, "An appeal court may have given it to Wike, but Supreme Court will sack them from the house." He is confident that the highest court will reinstate the expulsion based on legal precedents and the constitution. This suggests that the political tension in Rivers State is far from resolved.
While the reinstated lawmakers have returned to their duties, uncertainty about their positions persists. The Supreme Court's final decision is expected to have significant implications for Rivers State's political landscape and the ongoing power struggle between Governor Wike and his opponents.
As both sides await the Supreme Court's ruling, the political scenario in Rivers State continues to develop. The outcome will not only decide the status of the reinstated lawmakers but also affect the broader power dynamics within the state.
Given the high stakes, all eyes are on the forthcoming decision, which is anticipated to shape Rivers State's political future.
The Appeal Court's ruling is a temporary victory for Wike's faction, but the ultimate decision rests with the Supreme Court. Mweke's assertion that the Supreme Court will uphold the expulsion underscores the ongoing nature of this political battle.
Although the reinstated lawmakers are currently back in office, their future remains uncertain until the Supreme Court issues its verdict. This decision will be crucial in determining the balance of power in Rivers State and the ongoing conflict between Wike and his political rivals.