Rivers Crisis: Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Constituents Move to Recall State Assembly Representatives

Constituents of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Constituencies I and II in Rivers State are set to initiate a recall process against their State Assembly representatives, Hon. Franklin Nwaobochi of Constituency I and Hon. Nkemjeka Ejewke of Constituency II. The move comes amid allegations of negligence of duty, gross misconduct, and underperformance by the lawmakers.

The decision to begin the recall process was driven by growing dissatisfaction among the constituents, who accuse the representatives of failing to effectively advocate for their interests and deliver on their legislative responsibilities. According to local sources, community members feel neglected, claiming that both lawmakers have not provided adequate representation or addressed critical issues affecting the Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA).

Under Nigerian law, recalling a legislator is a multi-step process that involves gathering signatures from a significant portion of registered voters in the affected constituencies, submitting a petition to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and eventually holding a referendum to determine the lawmakers’ fate.

The situation has added to the ongoing political tensions in Rivers State, where leadership disputes and power struggles have been making headlines in recent months. As the recall process unfolds, political analysts are watching closely to see whether this action gains enough momentum to succeed or if political negotiations will intervene.

INEC has not yet issued a formal statement on the matter, but residents remain determined to push forward with their demand for greater accountability from their elected officials. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the next steps in this unfolding political drama.