29 h. ago State of emergency, Fubara’s suspension saved Rivers from anarchy — APC

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja All Progressives Congress (APC), Rivers State chapter, has claimed that the suspension of Governor Sim Fubara, and the recent declaration of state of emergency by President Bola Tinubu saved the state from sliding into anarchy.  Chairman of the State chapter of the party, Tony Okocha, gave the explanation at a press […] The post State of emergency, Fubara’s suspension saved Rivers from anarchy — APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago CSOs condemn state of emergency in Rivers, tag Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto A coalition of the Nigerian civil society situation room in the Northwest Zone has condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling it a direct violation of Nigeria’s democratic principles and the rule of law, describing the declaration as an unconstitutional overreach […] The post CSOs condemn state of emergency in Rivers, tag Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Elder statesman and former Military Administrator of Abia State, Air Vice Marshal Frank O Ajobena (retd), has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara while declaring a state of emergency in Rivers, describing the President’s action as autocratic. Ajobena argued that while President Tinubu can declare a […] The post Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago PICTORIAL: Fubara makes first public appearance after suspension

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has made his first public appearance after his suspension from office. Fubara was seen attending a church service on Sunday at the headquarters of Salvation Ministries in GRA, Port Harcourt. Fubara attended the service alongside his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie. His appearance comes days after President Bola Tinubu Read More

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5 d. 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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7 d. ago Rivers Crisis: C’River Govt Hail Tinubu Over Fubara’s Suspension, Disown South

Cross River State Government has commended President Bola Tinubu’s intervention over the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. Recall that President Tinubu on Tuesday, announced the declaration of State of Emergency in the oil rich state, a decision which got Rivers Governor, Sim Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Nma, and the state’s House of Assembly suspended […] The post Rivers Crisis: C’River Govt Hail Tinubu Over Fubara’s Suspension, Disown South-South Govs Position appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Beware of fake Cikatem suspension in circulation – NAFDAC warns Nigerians

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised the alarm over fake Cikatem (Artemether 180mg/Lumefantrine 1080mg) suspension in circulation. In a public alert published on its website on Thursday, the agency said the fake product comes with falsified NAFDAC Registration Number NRN A11-100025. NAFDAC disclosed that the […] The post Beware of fake Cikatem suspension in circulation – NAFDAC warns Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional, reckless – Peter Obi to Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State and suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Ordu, for six months. This is contained in a statement Obi released on Wednesday. In a nationwide broadcast on […] The post Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional, reckless – Peter Obi to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional, reckless – Peter Obi tells Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State and suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Ordu, for six months. This is contained in a statement Obi released on Wednesday. In a nationwide broadcast on […] The post Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional, reckless – Peter Obi tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Simple Apology Could’ve Prevented Natasha’s Suspension” – Ned Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko has expressed disappointment over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stating that an apology could have prevented the outcome. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended on March 6 for breaking Senate rules after objecting to her new sitting arrangement, which she claimed was designed to undermine her. Nwoko advised her to apologize, but she refused. […] The post “Simple Apology Could’ve Prevented Natasha’s Suspension” – Ned Nwoko appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Natasha: SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse suspension

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The raging controversy over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti- Uduaghan has attracted yet another legal action following a suit by Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio over the failure to reverse her suspension. It is the contention of SERAP that “the patently unlawful suspension […] The post Natasha: SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse suspension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Natasha’s gross misconduct led to her suspension – Senate to IPU

The Senate has shared its account of what led to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, saying she exhibited gross misconduct and unruly behaviour. Daily Sun reported that Akpoti-Uduaghan took her case to the United Nations Inter-Parliamentary Conference in New York on Tuesday, alleging that she was being victimised for accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual […] The post Natasha’s gross misconduct led to her suspension – Senate to IPU appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sexual Harassment: Senator Natasha Storms UN Complex, Tenders Suspension Case Against Akpabio

Lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has reported her suspension by Senate, including her case against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to the Inter-Parliamentary Union. Recall that the Red Chamber suspended Senator Natasha for violation of the Senate’s rules days after she submitted a petition against Akpabio for sexual harassment and abused of power. INFORMATION […] The post Sexual Harassment: Senator Natasha Storms UN Complex, Tenders Suspension Case Against Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Hardship: Reps Call For Immediate Suspension Of New CBN’s ATM Charges

House of Representatives has called on Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the increment in Automated Teller Machine transaction charges due to economic hardship facing the country. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, following a motion of urgent public importance, made by a member, of the house, Marcus Onobun on Tuesday. Onobun stressed […] The post Hardship: Reps Call For Immediate Suspension Of New CBN’s ATM Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rescind unlawful suspension of Natasha Akpoti or face legal action, SERAP tells Akpabio

By John Ogunsemore The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio to “immediately rescind the patently unlawful suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as the purported suspension is based solely on the peaceful exercise of her constitutionally and internationally recognised right to freedom of expression.” SERAP said, “The Senate […] The post Rescind unlawful suspension of Natasha Akpoti or face legal action, SERAP tells Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Shehu Sani Shares Near Suspension Experience For Exposing Senators Allowances

Former Kaduna senator Shehu Sani recently shared a revealing experience on X . In 2018, Sani publicly disclosed the salaries and allowances of federal lawmakers, which nearly earned him a six-month suspension from the Senate. He expressed gratitude to then-Senate President Bukola Saraki and his deputy, Ike Ekweremadu, for intervening on his behalf. Sani’s revelation […] The post Shehu Sani Shares Near Suspension Experience For Exposing Senators Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: “This Injustice Would Not Be Sustained” – Natasha Faults Senate Suspension

Lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has described her suspension from the Red Chambers as an injustice that will not be sustained. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Senator Natasha’s statement is coming, after a decision was made on Thursday by Senate disciplinary committee, following a dispute between her and Senate President Godswil Akpabio. She was […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: “This Injustice Would Not Be Sustained” – Natasha Faults Senate Suspension appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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