5 d. ago PDP youth leaders say Rivers emergency rule unconstitutional

The forum of youth leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory has condemned the state of energency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as unconstitutional. The Forum noted that the declaration not only violates the principles of democracy but also represents a troubling Read More

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5 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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6 d. ago Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court The PDP governors, comprising those of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states, argued that the President lacks the constitutional power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor, contending that the appointment of a sole administrator is unconstitutional. Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule

Tribune Online Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule The petitioners argued that the President's actions in Rivers State are unconstitutional and set a dangerous precedent for democratic governance in Nigeria and the broader West African region if nothing is done to address it. Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule Tribune Online

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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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9 d. ago Tinubu’s Action In Rivers Is Unconstitutional, May Lead To Anarchy – Kwankwaso

Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it unconstitutional and a recipe for anarchy. Kwankwaso, the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, criticized the move, warning that it could lead to chaos. He also expressed disappointment with the 10th National […] The post Tinubu’s Action In Rivers Is Unconstitutional, May Lead To Anarchy – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Rivers: Bode George Faults Emergency Rule, Warns Against Repeat Of 1962 Crisis

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George has strongly condemned the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State, warning that such actions are unconstitutional and could plunge the nation into a deeper political crisis. LEADERSHIP reports that President Bola Tinubu had on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in […]

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1 week ago ‘Tinubu’s action unconstitutional,’ Kwankwaso faults River emergency rule

The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement issued via his official X handle on Friday, Kwankwaso described the move as an unconstitutional decision that threatens Nigeria’s democratic principles. Kwankwaso also berated the president’s Read More

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1 week ago Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials

Tribune Online Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned what he described as “unconstitutional actions”, urging Labour Party lawmakers in the National Assembly to resist any actions that could undermine democracy. In a statement posted on X, Obi warned against the dangers of political interference and electoral malpractice, noting that he had previously chosen not […] Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials Tribune Online

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1 week ago Rivers: Tinubu succumbed to petty favouritism, betrayed Oath of Office — Political stakeholders

Tribune Online Rivers: Tinubu succumbed to petty favouritism, betrayed Oath of Office — Political stakeholders “The president’s illegal and unconstitutional proclamation was presumably driven by the insidious political crisis in Rivers State, which culminated in the recent Supreme Court ruling Rivers: Tinubu succumbed to petty favouritism, betrayed Oath of Office — Political stakeholders Tribune Online

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1 week 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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1 week ago Declaration Of Emergency Rule In Rivers Unconstitutional — SDP

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expressed great shock and apprehension over declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State and suspension of democratically elected governor and the state legislature by President Bola Tinubu. National Publicity Secretary of SDP, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba who made the party’s position known described President Tinubu’s decision as unconstitutional, and […]

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1 week ago Crisis driven by ego not Supreme Court judgment –NBA President

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has described the emergency rule declaration in Rivers as unconstitutional. The President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, said in a statement that declaration of emergency rule remained an extraordinary measure that must be invoked strictly within constitutional limits. “The NBA affirms its commitment to upholding the constitution, defending democratic governance, and ensuring […] The post Crisis driven by ego not Supreme Court judgment –NBA President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Organised Labour Demands Immediate Reversal Of State Of Emergency In Rivers

The organised labour, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) of Nigeria, has condemned the President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional overreach and a direct assault on democracy. In a joint statement signed by NLC president, Comrade Joe Ajaero, and […]

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1 week ago Rivers: Fubara, Legislators’ Removal Unconstitutional, Threat To Democracy — Obi

The Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s unilateral removal of Rivers State Governor, Sir Similaya Fubara, his deputy and the state legislators. President Tinubu had in a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in the oil-rich state, stating that his […]

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1 week ago FG defends emergency rule, says Tinubu’s action to avert Rivers collapse

The Federal Government, on Wednesday, said President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in River State was timely and meant to avert an implosion in the state. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, stated this while briefing State House Correspondents at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. “We have Read More

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1 week ago “Reckless, unconstitutional”, Obi condemns Rivers’ emergency rule, asks NASS to resist it

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last general elections, has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s read more “Reckless, unconstitutional”, Obi condemns Rivers’ emergency rule, asks NASS to resist it

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1 week ago ‘It’s unconstitutional, reckless,’ Peter Obi condemns emergency rule in Rivers

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as “unconstitutional and reckless.” Obi accused Tinubu of disregarding rule of law and showing a dangerous willingness to trample on democracy. “The declaration of a state of emergency in Read More

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1 week ago NBA condemns Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor as unconstitutional overreach

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has declared the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of read more NBA condemns Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor as unconstitutional overreach

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