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I Refused N5bn Bribe to Impeach Fubara, Former Rivers Speaker, Edison Ehi, Reveals

*Denies bombing assembly complex

*Ogbeh: Military appointments during emergency rule undermines democracy

*How police intensified security deployments ahead of eid-el-fitr celebrations in state

Chief of Staff to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, Hon Edison Ehie, has alleged that he was offered a N5 billion bribe to the impeachment process of his principal, then as a speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

Ehi, who did not mention the person that made the attempt to bribe, and disclosed this yesterday night on Channels TV interview, described Fubara as a man of peace, saying he turned down the money when he realised the purpose for the offer.

Also, a former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and erstwhile minister of agriculture, Audu Ogbeh, has faulted the practice of replacing civilian governors with military appointees during state of emergency.

In a related development, the Rivers State Police Command had hinted about how it intensified adequate security deployments across the state ahead of yesterday’s Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Speaking, Ehi reiterated that, “The governor is a man of peace. The governor decided to follow the way of conflict resolution. In October, I was approached with N5 billion bribe against the governor but I refused. The bribe was for impeachment, but I turned it down,” he said.

Reacting to the accusations by the former Head of Service, George Nwaeke, on the bombing of the State Assembly, Ehi said he had no hand in the arson, accusing Nwaeke of monetary compromise to implicate him in such crime.

Ehie, who expressed surprise that Nwaeke after serving for about 35 years could be allowed to be bullied to make such allegations, said what the former HoS presented to the public was a script allegedly written to him to implicate the governor and him in the political crisis in the State.

He disclosed that he had directed his lawyer to file a suit against the former HoS, saying, it’s “Very important to clarify that I was not, had no hand in the burning down of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“I have no hand, not privy, no information. We just woke up and heard that the Assembly had been bombed. We have finished screening commissioner and left the complex. We didn’t adjourn to 30 October, 2023 when we finished sitting. 29th October was being a Sunday.”

He alleged that the security operatives during investigation said they saw the convoy of the Speaker, coming out of the Assembly.

“Once it is 6pm, it is only one person that has access to the complex, and that is the Speaker,” he said.

Ehie revealed that, “George Nwaeke resigned on March 24, 2025, by Tuesday, March 25, 2025, he was appealing that the governor should give him money, that he doesn’t have a better house and other helps. The problem is that of contentment. He is not a contended man. He was requesting for money.

“The governor wouldn’t have given him money as at that time because he has already tendered his resignation letter, stating that he cannot work with a government that is not led by Governor Siminalayi Fubara.”

On the allegation that Fubara allegedly pulled down the assembly complex and refused to reconstruct it, Ehie said,”The job is 80% completed and the contractor fully paid. The on visit to the complex confirmed that is almost completed.

“The governor is a man of peace. The governor decided to follow the way of conflict resolution. In October, I was approached with N5billion bribe against the governor but I refused. The bribe was for impeachment, but I turned it down.”

A former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and erstwhile minister of agriculture, Audu Ogbeh, has faulted the practice of replacing civilian governors with military appointees during state of emergency.

Speaking on a television programme, he said President Bola Tinubu and his predecessor, Olusegun Obasanjo, had taken similar steps, raising concerns about a return to military-style governance.

Ogbeh warned that the practice could send a damaging message to Nigerians about the ability of civilian leaders to govern themselves.

“The only other thing that I’m asking is: Why is it that each time there is this suspension of a governor, a military person is put back in place?

“Do we miss military rule or are we suggesting that civilians are incapable of governing themselves?

“Obasanjo did it twice, in fact, thrice, and we have it again. What’s the logic? This is why, in the first place, this whole imposition of a state of emergency should be avoided.

“Since the constitution doesn’t say you can only pick this or that person, the president is free to do so, but it’s also sending a funny signal that civilians can’t do the job themselves.

“That’s not a good one. That’s why civilians themselves should be more responsible. Elected individuals should behave themselves and not carry on as if it’s a holiday and that they can do as they wish because they are sending the wrong signal to society,” said Ogbeh.

Meanwhile, the Rivers State Police Command had hinted about how it intensified adequate security deployments across the state ahead of yesterday’s Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

In a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the command explained that the security deployments became necessary to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free festivity in the state.

She said the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, had directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Units to strengthen patrols, surveillance, and intelligence gathering in all parts of the state.

According to the police spokesperson, “These measures are aimed at preventing any potential security threats and ensuring the safety of residents and visitors before, during and after the festive period.

“The deployment will cover all prayer grounds, recreational centers, markets, motor parks, and other public places where large gatherings are expected.

“Special attention will also be given to flashpoints, entry and exit points, and major highways, including all waterways to prevent criminal activities and ensure safe and secured environment for all citizens.”

In addition to physical security presence, the PPRO revealed that, “the Command has activated a rapid response strategy, with patrol teams and undercover operatives deployed to strategic locations.”

Also, the police, in collaboration with sister security agencies and community stakeholders had enhanced security to ensure seamless coordination and intelligence sharing.

https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/31/i-refused-n5bn-bribe-to-impeach-fubara-former-rivers-speaker-edison-ehi-reveals/

Hmmm too much money

Don’t mind the swines!

Because of how morally bankrupt they are, they think it’s everybody that can be bought like Reno Omokri, FFK, Daniel Bwala, Doyin Okupe and co.

But news flash, some of us are people of character that can never be bought. We are ruled by our conviction and not material things.

That’s why that assertion that everybody has a price is very very fallacious.

Not all of us can be bought like the Nairaland zombies that litter this platform defending rubbish.

Moroccoguy:
Hmmm too much money

The money was later given to the corrupt judge Agim

Very true here. Truths is bitter. Wike is highly wicked, his end will be disastrous in Rivers State politics. It’s just a matter of time. The first person that will disgrace Wike is Tinubu . I won’t say much.

Martin Amaewhule should be questioned over the burning down of the House of Assembly - Ehie Edison

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuqLhBoSX8A

Rivers money dey enter Tinubu eyes

Danwakae:



Rivers money dey enter Tinubu eyes

that’s why he quickly suspend governor Fubara without insecurity in Rivers State under Fubara leadership.

I don't want to dispute the claim that he was offered money. But that amount of 5 billion naira must be a big lie.

.. 5 billion kee you there.

The other day it was Nwaeke on the beat for Wike's camp throwing allegations left right and center and today in other not to be outdone Fubara's camp has ed the fray with Edison Ehie as their point man doing same for his camp. Clearly the are playing mind games with the people.
My one cent on this issue is that when two brothers fight and kill themselves over their inheritance, it is a stranger that will benefit from their downfall.

richiemcgold:
I don't want to dispute the claim that he was offered money. But that amount of 5 billion naira must be a big lie.

.. 5 billion kee you there.

it’s true, there’s no level wike will not go in order to rubbish someone that he hate. Wike is a clueless and wicked mortal man. We could see it throughout his 8 years in government. Rivers State people knows him and the extent of damage against his enemies he will go. Wike is bittered and Tinubu knows that.

richiemcgold:
I don't want to dispute the claim that he was offered money. But that amount of 5 billion naira must be a big lie.

.. 5 billion kee you there.

Do you think the 5 Billion is meant for only him? Can only him impeach the Governor? How do you induce those that would vote for his impeachment? Money is nothing nowadays my brother.

Islie:

I was offered N5bn to coordinate Fubara’s impeachment, says Edison Ehie




https://dailytrust.com/kinsmen-disown-ex-rivers-hos-over-allegations-against-fubara/

Nlfpmod

Sole dey work alone with SSG, nobody dey monitor wetin dey go on. The man dey siphone money on a daily basis. They will steal and unsteal Rivers money now without traces.

RISQUE:


Sole dey work alone with SSG, nobody dey monitor wetin dey go on. The man dey siphone money on a daily basis. They will steal and unsteal Rivers money now without traces.

that’s the painful part here. Wike destroyed things and we can see what he did with his enemies in his 8 years in government

Edison you were never speaker rivers state house of assembly, keep lying to yourself and your unfortunate ers.

Lies from the pit of hell. This was how this conned Fubara. Who were you to coordinate the removal of Fubara? Wike sponsored your election and that of all house . He didn't need to pay anyone money to carry out his wishes. He has the speaker of the house
The correct information is that you Ehie lied to Fubara that you had 23 house to impeach Martins Amaewhule. Eventually when the money was made available, you hid a good sum of the money and utterly failed in the coup.

This are the type of stories Nigerians like playing along with.

This is a lie anyway, as it is a stunt of defense for Fubara.

Las Las, everybody go dey alright for Rivers State.

press9jatv:
Very true here. Truths is bitter. Wike is highly wicked, his end will be disastrous in Rivers State politics. It’s just a matter of time. The first person that will disgrace Wike is Tinubu . I won’t say much.

Martin Amaewhule should be questioned over the burning down of the House of Assembly - Ehie Edison

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuqLhBoSX8A

Shame on you Ehie and your principal. A whole Hos was so poor that he was seeking financial assistance from you.

Whalis:

Shame on you Ehie and your principal. A whole Hos was so poor that he was seeking financial assistance from you.

you never understand Nigeria politics. Infact all the details are on his WhatsApp platform. The Ex hos have been caught red handed.

Lol..turn by turn

Wike truly believe that Tinubu will never do anything even if he sell Rivers state wholeheartedly. He knows Tinubu to be grand patron of fraud and looting. If not with glaring evidence on ground, I wonder how a good and responsible leader will Wike. The man has already mapped out how he will corner the Rivers resources for his personal use and the president looked away and found a way to hand over the entire state resources to him. Nigeria is truly I'm trying time and 2027 will determine what will happen next.

Lies

Bloody liar !!

Devil sef go shock with this lie

Islie:


https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/31/i-refused-n5bn-bribe-to-impeach-fubara-former-rivers-speaker-edison-ehi-reveals/

Wike has been caught on tape giving bribe to Inec officials.

He has been caught on tape mobilized thugs for violence.
He has been caught on tape offering bribe to soldiers.

Caught on tape issuing death threats to Inec official because he didn't tilt results in his favour.

He has been seen live bragging about having Justice Odili when it comes to judges.

There is no evil that anyone can put past Wike. Any bad thing you hear about Wike is presumed true until proven otherwise.

press9jatv:
you never understand Nigeria politics. Infact all the details are on his WhatsApp platform. The Ex hos have been caught red handed.

It doesn't matter. That a whole HoS is begging for fund!

This puppet. Mention the person and those in the known

Nigerians have not eaten but some people somewhere are offering 5 billion naira for impeachment

Islie:


https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/31/i-refused-n5bn-bribe-to-impeach-fubara-former-rivers-speaker-edison-ehi-reveals/

we know everything

na wike and his cohorts dey bomb pipelines.

useless wicked devils.

rivers state will never be APC

Headless mob will rush to believe this and discredit ex HOS

They fail to understand that both parties are evil enablers

Nobody controlled by flesh would reject 5bn for such a flimsy reason. All of you are lying. Tinubu, Wike, Fubara, ex HOS, ex COS, Amaewhule all of Una dey liiiiiiieeeeee!!!

See where una push fubara to now?

press9jatv:
you never understand Nigeria politics. Infact all the details are on his WhatsApp platform. The Ex hos have been caught red handed.

Coming from someone that's not from Rivers state or have any security clearance in high places.
Emeka, face your erosion infested region.

richiemcgold:
I don't want to dispute the claim that he was offered money. But that amount of 5 billion naira must be a big lie.

.. 5 billion kee you there.

The five Billion wasn't supposed to be for him alone.

You should be more concerned about who offered him such,and why should dey do that .