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The Digest:

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed hope that the state of emergency in Rivers State will expire on September 18. Speaking after casting his vote in the local government elections, Wike's statement signals a potential Political Ceasefire in the state.

Key Points:
  • Nyesom Wike says the Rivers State of Emergency will end on September 18.
  • He spoke after voting in the local government election.
  • He said the State Assembly is expected to resume duties.
  • The state of emergency was declared by President Bola Tinubu.
  • It was meant to prevent a political crisis in the state.
  • The president had suspended the governor, his deputy, and the assembly.
  • Wike believes the "coast is clear" for the emergency to be lifted.
Wike's statement signals a potential Political Ceasefire, suggesting that the crisis is nearing its end and normal governance is set to resume in the state.

Sources: Daily Post, Nyesom Wike