Rivers Assembly issues warrant of arrest on RSIEC chairman
Written by KUR on 10/03/2025
The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a warrant of arrest on the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), Justice Adolphus Enebeli (rtd) following his refusal to appear before the lawmakers.
The arrest warrant was issued on Monday by the lawmakers during a plenary after the 72-hour ultimatum they gave to Enebeli expired.
Enebeli was expected to appear alongside other RISIEC commissioners, but failed to do so.
The RISIEC boss and his commissioners, however, filed a suit at the State High Court challenging the resolutions of the lawmakers.
Meanwhile, in a surprise move, IBIEREMBO Evelyn Thompson has formally resigned as the Commissioner in charge of Transport, Logistics and Stores at the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).
In a letter dated March 9, 2025, Thompson cited the recent Supreme Court judgment annulling the October 5, 2024, Local Government Council elections in Rivers State as the reason for her resignation.
Thompson expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and wished the Commission well.
The resignation comes amid developments within the State following the Supreme Court judgment.
No further details have been released on the implications of Thompson’s resignation or who will replace her.
