17 members of Nigeria's Cross River State House of Assembly impeached Speaker Elvert Ekom Ayambem due to financial misconduct and noncompliance.

17 members of Nigeria's Cross River State House of Assembly impeached Speaker Elvert Ekom Ayambem due to allegations of financial misconduct, noncompliance with legislative laws, and failure to convene leadership meetings. The impeachment motion was introduced by Effiom Ekarika and seconded by Omang Charles Omang. Ayambem's tenure as Speaker was cut short following the serious allegations.