In a significant twist of events, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu shocked many Nigerians when he declared a state of emergency for Rivers State on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, over the political crisis and instability in the oil-rich south-south state.
Tinubu also suspended Siminalayi Fubara, Rivers state governor, and members of the state House of Assembly for six months.
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The president also appointed a new sole administrator to oversee the state, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, who has already started work.
His decision was backed by the National Assembly in a controversial voice vote that has been heavily faulted and generated criticism in the polity…CONTINUE READING>>
