tinubu state of emergency

  1. Rivers Assembly Supports State of Emergency, Accuses Fubara of Crisis

    Nigeria Rivers Assembly Supports State of Emergency, Accuses Fubara of Crisis

    The Rivers State House of Assembly has backed President Bola Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration, blaming Governor Siminalayi Fubara for political instability. The Assembly supports the appointment of a Sole Administrator to restore order. Tinubu also suspended Fubara and lawmakers...
  2. Rivers Crisis: Akpabio, Wike Hold Closed-Door Meeting in Abuja

    Nigeria Rivers Crisis: Akpabio, Wike Hold Closed-Door Meeting in Abuja

    Senate President Godswill Akpabio visited FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in Abuja, fueling speculation amid Rivers State’s political crisis. The visit occurred before President Tinubu declared a state of emergency, suspending Governor Fubara. The meeting's purpose remains unclear, but it may impact...
  3. Suspended Gov Fubara Reacts to State of Emergency, Calls for Unity

    Nigeria Suspended Gov Fubara Reacts to State of Emergency, Calls for Unity

    Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called for calm amid the ongoing political crisis, blaming lawmakers for disrupting governance. He reaffirmed his commitment to democracy and governance while condemning obstructionist tactics. His statement follows President Tinubu’s state...
  4. Rivers Crisis: Soldiers Reportedly Hold Governor Fubara, Family Hostage

    Nigeria Rivers Crisis: Soldiers Reportedly Hold Governor Fubara, Family Hostage

    Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his family were reportedly held hostage at Rivers State Government House by soldiers following President Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration. The military blockade, linked to political tensions with Nyesom Wike, has sparked nationwide concerns over...
  5. Meet Vice Admiral Ibas: The Ex-Naval Chief Appointed Administrator of Rivers State

    Nigeria Meet Vice Admiral Ibas: The Ex-Naval Chief Appointed Administrator of Rivers State

    Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, ex-Chief of Naval Staff, has been appointed Rivers State’s sole administrator after Tinubu declared a state of emergency. With a background in military strategy and diplomacy, Ibas steps in to restore stability amid political turmoil. His leadership will shape the...
  6. Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Fubara & Lawmakers

    Nigeria Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Fubara & Lawmakers

    President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and lawmakers over political instability and security concerns. Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) has been appointed as Administrator. The move aims to restore governance...
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