Rivers Emergency Rule: Governor Fubara Expresses Concern Amid Political Turmoil

Fubara Voices Concern Over Rivers State Political Crisis Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has openly expressed his distress over the current political crisis in the state. His concerns follow the declaration of a state of emergency by President Bola Tinubu, a move that has significantly impacted the state’s governance. Suspension and Leadership Transition As […]

Rivers State Emergency Rule: Controversy as NASS Approves Tinubu’s Proclamation via Voice Vote

The National Assembly has approved President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State through a voice vote, sparking widespread criticism. The resolution, which led to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and other elected officials for six months, also facilitated the appointment of a sole administrator. Violation of Constitutional […]

Atiku, Peter Obi, and Fayemi Form Coalition Against Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections

Key Political Figures Oppose Rivers State Emergency Declaration In a major political development, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai have initiated a coalition aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu’s administration in the 2027 elections. This was confirmed by Atiku during a press conference […]

Rivers State Crisis: NBA Condemns Tinubu’s Suspension of Fubara, Calls It Unconstitutional

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and the state’s House of Assembly members. In a statement released on March 18, 2025, NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, asserted that the President […]