20 h. ago Rivers crisis: Wabara condemns Fubara’s suspension, SERAP sues Tinubu

A former Senate President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Adolphus Wabara, on Sunday, faulted President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, Wabara insisted that Tinubu’s actions violated the fundamental principles of Nigeria’s Constitution and called Read More

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20 h. ago S’South govs, N’Assembly plan to reconcile Fubara, lawmakers

Multiple sources from the Presidency have told The PUNCH that political leaders from the South-South, especially governors from the region, are making efforts to reconcile warring parties, insisting the emergency rule is a stop-gap measure to allow for reconciliation. President Bola Tinubu had on March 18 declared a state of emergency in Rivers, citing the Read More

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22 h. ago Rivers Crisis: “We Don’t Recognize Sole Administrator, Emergency Rule Declaration Unconstitutional” – NBA Tells Tinubu

Nigeria Bar Association has condemned the declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers State, saying that it is unconstitutional to announce a sole administrator in a democratic state. Recall that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, declared an emergency rule in the oil rich state, suspending Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy Ngozi Nma, and all the […] The post Rivers Crisis: “We Don’t Recognize Sole Administrator, Emergency Rule Declaration Unconstitutional” – NBA Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Umahi, Okpebholo Praise Tinubu’s Commitment To Peace, Development In Niger Delta

Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, and Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, have praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to ensure peace in the Niger Delta region. Umahi commended Tinubu’s decision to declare a State of Emergency in Rivers State, which helped restore normalcy and prevented the destruction of critical infrastructure. The Minister noted that […] The post Umahi, Okpebholo Praise Tinubu’s Commitment To Peace, Development In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers Threatens Nigeria’s Democracy – Wabara

Senator Adolphus Wabara, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, has denounced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, labeling it an assault on democracy. Wabara views this move as undemocratic and unconstitutional. This declaration has raised concerns, as it echoes Nigeria’s history of military […] The post Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers Threatens Nigeria’s Democracy – Wabara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Tinubu’s Rivers move assault on democracy, echoes military rule – Wabara

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it undemocratic and unconstitutional. In a statement issued on Sunday, Wabara decried the suspension of the elected governor, deputy governor, and State House Read More

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27 h. ago Wabara calls for reversal of state of emergency in Rivers State

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia     The Board of Trustees (BoT) chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adolph Wabara has in very strong terms, condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, and called for its reversal.   In a statement he personally signed, Wabara said the action […] The post Wabara calls for reversal of state of emergency in Rivers State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago River State of emergency: Stop blackmailing me — Sen Umeh warns Sahara Reporters

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Senator Victor Umeh, has warned Sahara Reporters to desist from acts of serial blackmail against him or face legal action. He was responding to allegations made by Sahara Reporters that he received dollars to support the State of Emergency declared by President Bola Ahmed […] The post River State of emergency: Stop blackmailing me — Sen Umeh warns Sahara Reporters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Soyinka slams Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers, calls for reform

Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, saying it read more Soyinka slams Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers, calls for reform

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33 h. ago PICTORIAL: Fubara Makes First Public Appearance After Emergency Rule Declaration In Rivers

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara on Sunday made his first public appearance after President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state. LEADERSHIP recalls that Fubara, alongside his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu and members of the State House of Assembly were suspended by President Tinubu in a nationwide broadcast last Tuesday. […]

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35 h. ago YSAD flays declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State

Youth and Students Advocates for Development Initiative (YSAD), a non-partisan organisation dedicated to promoting good governance, accountability, and the rule read more YSAD flays declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State

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37 h. ago March TalkExchange Poll 2025: Was the state of emergency in Rivers State justified?

President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State has sparked intense national debate. The move includes read more March TalkExchange Poll 2025: Was the state of emergency in Rivers State justified?

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38 h. ago Wole Sonyinka Knocks Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers, Says Too Much Federal Power Affecting Nigeria

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka has condemned the recent suspension of elected officers in Rivers State, saying that the action was against the spirit of federalism. Soyinka, during an interview with Africa Report on Saturday maintained that the 1999 constitution gives too much power to president. Recall that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, announced the […] The post Wole Sonyinka Knocks Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration In Rivers, Says Too Much Federal Power Affecting Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung

Tribune Online Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, March 18, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspended the governor, his deputy and the state House of Assembly for six months. In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, the former Minister of Youth and Sport, Mr Solomon Dalung, who is also a legal practitioner, speaks on development and […] Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung Tribune Online

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44 h. ago Rivers emergency rule clear abuse of power –Goodluck Jonathan

…Says government knows right course of action, but deliberately ignored it By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, has strongly condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it a blatant abuse of power by all three arms of government. Speaking in Abuja yesterday at the Haske Satumari Foundation’s annual […] The post Rivers emergency rule clear abuse of power –Goodluck Jonathan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: Presidency faults Jonathan, Soyinka for condemning Fubara, lawmakers’ suspension

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka have spoken against the suspension of elected officers in Rivers State. While Jonathan described the development as capable of bringing Nigeria into disrepute, Soyinka said it was against the spirit of federalism. President Tinubu had, on March 18, declared a state of emergency in Rivers, citing Read More

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44 h. ago NGF insists on neutrality amidst recent political developments

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a bid to clarify its stance on recent political events in Nigeria, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has reiterated its commitment to neutrality. This comes after President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other elected officials due to ongoing political instability. […] The post NGF insists on neutrality amidst recent political developments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Akpabio’s Camp Denies Bribery Allegations In Senate Over Emergency Declaration In Rivers

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied allegations of bribing senators with $15,000 to support the state of emergency in Rivers State. He dismissed the claims as a hate campaign against him. Akpabio’s Special Adviser on Media, Hon Eseme Eyiboh, stated that the allegations are baseless and part of a malicious campaign. Eyiboh questioned why Akpabio […] The post Akpabio’s Camp Denies Bribery Allegations In Senate Over Emergency Declaration In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Emergency Rule: Suspending Elected Officials In Rivers Capable Of Denting Nigeria’s Image – Jonathan

Former president Goodluck Jonathan has condemned the declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers State, saying that the development will create negative image in Nigeria. Jonathan noted that the recent suspension of Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Nma and the entire members of the state’s House of Assembly by President Bola Tinubu is not […] The post Emergency Rule: Suspending Elected Officials In Rivers Capable Of Denting Nigeria’s Image – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Reps Dismiss Alleged $5,000 Inducement To Ratify Emergency Rule In Rivers

The House of Representatives has dismissed the allegations that each member was induced with $5,000 to grant President Bola Tinubu’s request for the declaration state of emergency in Rivers State.   The House Deputy Spokesperson, Hon. Philip Agbese (Benue, APC), who made the refutal in an interview with journalists in Abuja on Saturday, described the […]

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