3 d. ago Emergency Rule: “Don’t Kill Democracy In Nigeria” – Dele Momodu Tells Tinubu

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dele Momodu, has condemned the recent declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television on Monday, Momodu described the President’s decision as an ‘Anti-Democratic act’. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that President Tinubu, in a nationwide […] The post Emergency Rule: “Don’t Kill Democracy In Nigeria” – Dele Momodu Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. 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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9 d. ago Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule

Tribune Online Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule The Association of Nigerian Professionals in Europe (ANPE) has condemned the recent imposition of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reverse the decision and restore democratic governance in the oil-producing state. Nigerian Professionals in Europe kick against Tinubu’s Rivers emergency rule Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Afenifere announces Adebanjo’s burial arrangements, condemns Rivers emergency rule

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, has announced burial plans for its departed leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo. A communiqué from the apex Yoruba socio-cultural group, signed by its Acting National Leader, His Royal Highness Oba Oladipo Olaitan, and National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, after a national caucus meeting held on Tuesday at […] The post Afenifere announces Adebanjo’s burial arrangements, condemns Rivers emergency rule appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Organised Labour condemns Rivers emergency rule, threatens action

Tribune Online Organised Labour condemns Rivers emergency rule, threatens action Organised Labour has opposed the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State, warning that it may take action that could disrupt the economy if the decision is not reversed soon. Organised Labour condemns Rivers emergency rule, threatens action Tribune Online

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week ago Senator Ireti Kingibe Condemns National Assembly’s Voice Vote Ratifying Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers

Senator Ireti Kingibe has condemned the National Assembly’s use of a voice vote to approve President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State. Kingibe argued that this method violates constitutional requirements, as a two-thirds majority is needed for such decisions. She emphasised that a voice vote cannot accurately determine whether this threshold has […] The post Senator Ireti Kingibe Condemns National Assembly’s Voice Vote Ratifying Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Rivers: Senator Kingibe condemns voice vote on emergency rule

Federal Capital Territory Senator Ireti Kingibe has issued a strong rebuke against the National Assembly’s use of voice voting to read more Rivers: Senator Kingibe condemns voice vote on emergency rule

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1 week ago Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers

Tribune Online Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has condemned the declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State. Recall that President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended the governor, Similayi Fubara; his deputy Ngozi Odu, as well as the House of Assembly for six months. The President then appointed […] Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers Tribune Online

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1 week ago ‘It’s civilian coup d’état,’ Ozekhome condemns Rivers emergency rule

Constitutional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome, SAN, has condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as a civilian coup d’état. In a public broadcast on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and announced the six-month suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs. Ngozi Odu, Read More

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1 week ago ‘Civilian coup d’état,’ Ozekhome condemns Rivers emergency rule

Constitutional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome, SAN, has condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as a civilian coup d’état. In a public broadcast on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and announced the six-month suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs. Ngozi Odu, Read More

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1 week ago S/South govs: Crisis not ripe for such declaration, Okpebholo differs

The South-South Governors’ Forum have condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, by President Bola Tinubu and urged him to rescind his decision. The forum in a statement signed by its chairman and Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, said the president has not exhausted all constitutional channels and was […] The post S/South govs: Crisis not ripe for such declaration, Okpebholo differs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Shaibu denies viral video condemning emergency rule in Rivers

The immediate past deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has dismissed a viral video showing him criticising President Bola Tinubu over the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the state House of Assembly. Shaibu, in a press statement by his media team on Thursday, described the video as Read More

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1 week ago Philip Shaibu denies video condemning emergency rule in Rivers

Tribune Online Philip Shaibu denies video condemning emergency rule in Rivers The former deputy governor stressed that if he had any reason top ventilate his opinion on any matter of national interest, he would do so through “reputable television stations, established newspapers, and other credible media platforms.”` Philip Shaibu denies video condemning emergency rule in Rivers Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Southern, Middle Belt leaders condemn Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers

By Damiete Braide The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional takeover of a democratically elected government. The controversial decision, which led to the removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the dissolution of the Rivers […] The post Southern, Middle Belt leaders condemn Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rivers: Emergency Rule Declaration, A Very Dangerous Precedent — NNPP

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Wednesday condemned the declaration of the state of emergency on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu as an absurdity and a very dangerous precedent. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Ladipo Johnson in a statement on Wednesday also declared that the action of the president was unconstitutional. Johnson […]

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2 w. ago Rivers: Emergency Rule Declaration, A Dangerous Precedent — NNPP

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Wednesday condemned the declaration of the state of emergency on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu as an absurdity and a very dangerous precedent. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Ladipo Johnson in a statement on Wednesday also declared that the action of the president was unconstitutional. Johnson […]

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