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Nigeria Rivers State Magistrate Resigns in Protest Over Emergency Rule
Rivers State Chief Magistrate Ejike King George has resigned, citing discomfort with the emergency rule imposed in the state. In his resignation letter, he described the quasi-military administration as incompatible with the legal profession’s principles and expressed regret over his decision...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria ‘We Didn’t Sell Hosting Rights’ — NBA Responds to Rivers Government on N300m
The Nigerian Bar Association says the ₦300 million it received from the Rivers State Government for the 2025 conference was a “gift,” not payment for hosting rights. The NBA’s response follows refund demands from the state, escalating a political and legal controversy over transparency and...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Sole Administrator Demands ₦300M Refund After NBA Pulls 2025 Conference from Port Harcourt
The Rivers State Government is demanding a ₦300 million refund from the Nigerian Bar Association after the legal body moved its 2025 Annual General Conference from Port Harcourt to Enugu. The NBA cited constitutional breaches, while Rivers insists the relocation is politically driven and calls...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria [PHOTO/VIDEO] Rivers Women Rally Behind Tinubu’s Emergency Rule in Bold Street Protest
Hundreds of women in Rivers State marched through Port Harcourt to support the federal government's state of emergency and the appointment of a Sole Administrator. The rally comes amid legal disputes and political protests, reflecting a community split over the legitimacy of President Tinubu’s...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria PDP Governors Mobilize 11 SANs in Court Fight Over Rivers State Emergency
The AGF defends President Tinubu as PDP governors challenge his state of emergency declaration in Rivers State. With 11 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) hired, the case seeks to determine the president's powers over elected state officials. Legal tensions rise as political leaders call for...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Administrator Ignores Court Order, Appoints 23 LGA Administrators
Ibok-Ete Ibas, the sole administrator of Rivers State, defied a federal court order by appointing administrators for 23 local government areas. The appointments, effective from April 7, come amidst the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu. This follows a Supreme Court ruling...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Political Crisis: Court Bars Sole Administrator from Naming LGA Officials
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has restrained Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), from appointing local government heads. The ruling intensifies the ongoing political power struggle between factions loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former Governor...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria New Rivers Budget in the Works, Ibas Assures Lawmakers
Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas has announced plans for a new 2025 budget focusing on healthcare, education, infrastructure, and social services. Following a Supreme Court ruling invalidating past budgets, the state seeks economic stability. National Assembly members pledge support...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Falana Slams Tinubu Over State of Emergency in Rivers, Calls It a Mockery of Democracy
Femi Falana criticizes President Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing contradictions with past opposition. Falana questions the legality of removing state executives and challenges legal experts to provide constitutional backing for the president’s actions. He...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Ex-HoS Nwaeke Breaks Silence, Assures Nigerians of His Safety
Former Rivers State Head of Service, George Nwaeke, has assured Nigerians of his safety after his wife raised concerns about his whereabouts. Speaking from Abuja, he dismissed claims of abduction and reaffirmed his decision to resign. Meanwhile, Governor Fubara denies Nwaeke’s allegations...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers State Shake-Up: Ibas Suspends All Political Appointees
Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (retd.), has suspended all political appointees, including commissioners and board members, effective immediately. The directive, backed by President Tinubu, requires officials to hand over to senior civil servants. The move sparks...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Head of Service Resigns as Sole Administrator Restructures Government
Rivers State Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, has resigned amid political shifts under Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.). In his place, Ibas appointed Prof. Ibibia Worika as the new SSG. The move signals further governance restructuring following Governor Fubara’s...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Peter Obi: Ignoring Court Orders Puts Nigeria’s Democracy at Risk
Peter Obi has condemned the alleged disobedience of a Supreme Court ruling on Rivers State fund allocation. He criticized the release of statutory funds to an appointed administrator instead of a legally recognized legislative body, warning that disregarding court rulings undermines democracy...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers Emergency Rule Will Be Lifted Once Order is Restored, Minister Idris Assures
The Nigerian government assures that the emergency rule in Rivers State will end once stability is restored. Minister Mohammed Idris confirms that President Tinubu is committed to returning democratic governance, dismissing any hidden motives. The rule led to the suspension of local officials...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Senate Approves State of Emergency in Rivers, Mandates Six-Month Review
The Senate has approved the state of emergency in Rivers State, granting President Bola Tinubu emergency powers. A joint committee will oversee the state’s administration, and a mediation committee will work to resolve the political crisis. The emergency rule will be reviewed within six months...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria President Tinubu Swears in Former Naval Chief Ibas as Rivers Administrator
President Bola Tinubu swears in Vice Admiral Ibok-Ette Ibas (rtd.) as Sole Administrator of Rivers State following a declaration of emergency and suspension of elected officials. The move has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the decision while others condemn the removal of Governor...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Pro-Wike Legislators Reject Social Media Invite from Governor Fubara
Pro-Wike lawmakers in Rivers State demand a formal invitation from Governor Fubara before meeting to discuss issues like the 2025 budget and seating arrangements. Tensions rise over social media invitations, with both lawmakers and former local officials calling for resolution and peace-building...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Wike’s Aide Defends LG Autonomy, Criticizes Fubara’s Move in Rivers State
Rivers State politics heats up as Lere Olayinka, an aide to Minister Nyesom Wike, criticizes Governor Fubara’s decision to appoint Heads of Local Government Administration. Olayinka emphasizes that only democratically elected chairmen and councilors have the constitutional authority to run local...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Obio-Akpor LGA Chairman Follows Up with 100 New Appointments After 130 Special Advisers
Chijioke Ihunwo, chairman of Obio-Akpor LGA in Rivers State, has appointed 100 new special assistants to help with local governance. This follows his earlier appointment of 130 special advisers. Ihunwo is a close ally of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and has made significant administrative changes...- Nigeria News
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Nigeria Rivers PDP Leadership Crisis: Police Block Access to Secretariat Following Court Ruling
The Nigerian Police have taken control of the PDP Secretariat in Port Harcourt following a leadership crisis in Rivers State. The move comes after the court's decision to remove Aaron Chukwuemeka, and Nname Robinson Ewor was appointed Acting Chairman. Governor Siminalayi Fubara remains the PDP...- Nigeria News
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