The Senate has approved a state of emergency in Rivers State, following a proclamation by President Bola Tinubu. This decision, announced after a closed-door session on Thursday, includes the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and other elected officials.
The measure aims to address unspecified issues within the state. This development is significant as it impacts the governance and administrative functionality of Rivers State, affecting local political and public life. More details on the situation and future implications are awaited as authorities manage the state’s affairs under this new directive.
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