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Northern Elders Demand Immediate Reversal of Fubara’s Suspension, Criticize State of Emergency in Rivers

Port Harcourt, Rivers State – The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has voiced strong opposition to the federal government’s recent suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement released on Friday, March 21, NEF spokesperson Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […]

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UDC Urges Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency in Zamfara Amid Worsening Crisis

The United Democratic Coalition (UDC) has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to escalating violence and a breakdown of governance. The group cites worsening insecurity and what it describes as an attack on democracy following the suspension of 10 state lawmakers. In a statement issued on

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Tinubu Reshuffles NNPCL Leadership, Appoints Ojulari as New GCEO

In a major shake-up of Nigeria’s oil industry, President Bola Tinubu has removed Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). This decision also saw the dismissal of the board chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and all board members appointed in November 2023. The restructuring, which was announced on

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“You Can’t Suspend a Governor, and Funds Can’t Go to a Sole Administrator” – Retired Judge Slams Tinubu

A retired Delta State Customary Court President, Justice Miakpor Emiaso, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to release Rivers State’s funds to a sole administrator, calling it unconstitutional and a grave misstep. In an interview with Vanguard, Emiaso condemned the move, emphasizing that the Nigerian Constitution does not recognize a sole administrator as a

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Akpabio Declares Tinubu’s Second Term Secure Amid 2027 Election Preparations

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second term is assured, despite opposition efforts to challenge his re-election in 2027. Speaking during a special Iftar dinner organized by the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) in Abuja, Akpabio reaffirmed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)’s dominance and its preparedness for the next

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Tinubu to Lift Emergency Rule in Rivers State Once Stability Returns – Minister of Information

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reassured the public that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will lift the state of emergency in Rivers State as soon as stability and order are fully restored. Speaking in an interview, Idris emphasized that the President is committed to reinstating democratic governance in the state at

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Tony Okocha Reveals How Tinubu and Fubara’s Aso Rock Meeting Took a Drastic Turn

A fresh revelation has emerged regarding the recent high-profile meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara at Aso Rock. According to Tony Okocha, a notable political figure in the state, external influences played a crucial role in altering Fubara’s stance on key governance decisions. Speaking on the issue, Okocha disclosed

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Presidency Defends Emergency Rule in Rivers, Says Crisis Could Have Been Worse

Presidential spokesperson Sunday Dare has justified President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, stating that it was a necessary step to prevent a worsening crisis. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Dare explained that Tinubu’s action was constitutional and supported by legal precedents. He

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Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Responds to Tinubu’s Allegations

The suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has addressed the allegations made against him by President Bola Tinubu during a national broadcast on Tuesday night. In his speech, Tinubu declared a State of Emergency in Rivers State and suspended Fubara, along with members of the state’s House of Assembly, for an initial period of

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PDP Governors Demand Reversal of Fubara’s Suspension, Urge Tinubu to Restrain Wike

Governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have condemned the recent suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara by President Bola Tinubu. They have called for an immediate reversal of the decision, describing it as a threat to democracy and a serious misstep. A group of 12 PDP governors has openly challenged the emergency

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NBA Condemns Fubara’s Suspension, Raises Concerns Over Democracy in Rivers State

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has voiced strong opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a state of emergency in Rivers State due to ongoing political turmoil. The NBA has expressed its disapproval of President Tinubu’s emergency declaration in Rivers State, particularly the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other elected officials. The legal

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Tinubu’s Attempt to Secure Rivers Emergency Rule Approval Stalls in House of Reps

President Bola Tinubu’s effort to gain legislative approval for the state of emergency in Rivers State faced a major hurdle on Wednesday, as the House of Representatives failed to proceed with a vote due to low attendance. According to Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution, any declaration of a state of emergency must be ratified

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Breaking: President Tinubu Swears In Ibas as Sole Administrator of Rivers State

President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd.) as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, following the recent declaration of a state of emergency in the state. The appointment was formalized on Wednesday afternoon after a brief meeting between Tinubu and Ibas at the Presidential Villa. Ibas, who served as Chief

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‘Unconstitutional, Reckless’: Peter Obi Condemns Emergency Rule in Rivers

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it unconstitutional and reckless. Obi accused the President of undermining the rule of law and displaying a troubling disregard for democracy. “This declaration is not just reckless; it is an alarming

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