According to a report by the Punch on Thursday, January 29, 2026, amidst a renewed impeachment push against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, a senior governor from the ruling All Progressives Congress has downplayed concerns within the party. Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, stated that APC governors are not overly anxious about the situation, framing it as a legal matter currently before the courts.
Appearing on a television programme, Governor Sule emphasized that impeachment is a constitutional process governed by strict procedure, not a casual political event. He expressed confidence in the judiciary's role in overseeing such proceedings, suggesting that the courts would ensure due process is followed
When asked about the level of concern among his colleagues, Sule provided a measured response. He stated, "I am not worried about anybody impeaching anyone." This remark underscores a belief within the APC's gubernatorial ranks that the impeachment move against Fubara, who recently defected to the party, will be resolved through established legal channels rather than political intervention.
Governor Sule clarified that while the Progressive Governors' Forum is naturally attentive to the situation, the internal dynamics in Rivers State are primarily a party affair. He revealed that the APC's National Working Committee has been tasked with investigating the matter and will brief the governors if their input is required.
The impeachment effort, led by a faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly, has faced significant legal obstacles. Court rulings have adjourned the case indefinitely and the state's Chief Judge has declined to form an investigative panel, citing pending appeals. This legal stalemate appears to have reassured APC governors that the process is contained within the judicial system, limiting the need for immediate political alarm.
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