The Rivers State House of Assembly has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the region, citing the ongoing political crisis as the rationale. This development follows over a year of instability attributed to the actions of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The Assembly holds Fubara responsible for his alleged authoritarian practices, including the repeated disregard for judicial orders and unconstitutional interference with legislative functions.
With the implementation of the emergency rule, a Sole Administrator appointed by the president will manage the state’s affairs temporarily. The Rivers Assembly is encouraging residents to remain calm and support the Sole Administrator’s efforts in restoring governance and stability.
This state of emergency is a significant move aimed at addressing the prolonged political unrest in Rivers State. The Assembly has pledged full cooperation with the appointed administrator to facilitate a return to normalcy.
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