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Nigeria ADC Demands Assembly Clarify Vacancy Reversal
ADC asks Rivers State Assembly to explain why it reversed vacancy declarations for three pro-Fubara lawmakers.
In brief
ADC asks Rivers State Assembly to explain why it reversed vacancy declarations for three pro-Fubara lawmakers. The African Democratic Congress demands Rivers State Assembly clarify legal basis for reversing vacancy declarations of three pro-Fubara lawmakers. Originally reported by Allafrica.
ADC requests explanation
The African Democratic Congress has asked the Rivers State House of Assembly to explain the legal basis for reversing its earlier decision declaring three lawmakers' seats vacant.
Affected lawmakers
Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo, Hon. Sokari Goodboy Sokari, and Hon. Timothy Oruibienimigha were strong allies of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Assembly reversal
The state assembly led by Hon. Martin Amaewhule resolved to rescind the declaration of the seats vacant following political crisis.
ADC's concerns
ADC's public relations secretary Chizy Enyi questioned the constitutionality of the initial declaration and the assembly's authority to reverse it.
Constitutional request
Enyi cited Section 109 of the 1999 Constitution to demand clarification on legal grounds for both decisions.
Next steps
The assembly must provide records for public scrutiny and refer unresolved constitutional issues to judicial authorities.
The big picture
The African Democratic Congress demands Rivers State Assembly clarify legal basis for reversing vacancy declarations of three pro-Fubara lawmakers.
