Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martins Amaewhule has passed the Rivers State Local Government Bill into Law, overriding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s veto.
The Local Government Bill was initially passed and sent to Fubara for approval on March 13, 2024, which was denied.
The bill was reintroduced by the Leader of the Amaewhule-led Assembly, Major Jack, representing Akuku/Toru constituency 1.
The statement made available to newsmen said the bill was thoroughly debated by members.
The Amaewhule-led lawmakers also screened and confirmed nominees for the positions of chairman and members of the Assembly Service Commission.
The confirmed nominees include Sampson Worlu as chairman, along with Abinye Blessing Pepple, Blessing Belema Derefaka, Gbaranen Robinson and Madam Dorcas Amos as members.
The Amaewhule-led Assembly is taking measures to ensure that Fubara conducts local government elections before the expiration of his tenure.
The governor is yet to make any official statement about the LG election.
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