The South-South Governors’ Forum has expressed strong opposition to the imposition of an emergency rule in Rivers State. The forum, which includes governors from Nigeria’s South-South region, argues that the conditions outlined in Section 305(3) of the Nigerian Constitution, which justify such a declaration, have not been met. This section specifies emergencies are only warranted under circumstances such as war, external aggression, or imminent invasion.
The governors emphasize the importance of adhering to constitutional guidelines and underscore that the current situation in Rivers State does not meet the threshold for emergency intervention. The forum’s stance reflects concerns over potential overreach and the importance of maintaining stability and governance within the normal legal framework.
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