Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has reacted to the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu, describing the development as an unfortunate moment in the state’s political history. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, Fubara maintained that his administration had consistently prioritised the security and well-being of Rivers people while upholding constitutional order. He expressed disappointment over the role of the state’s House of Assembly, accusing its members of frustrating efforts...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing a prolonged political crisis that has crippled governance in the oil-rich state. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, Tinubu announced the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly for an initial six-month period. The President appointed retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the state administrator, emphasizing that the judiciary remains...

…Issues Notice of Allegations The Rivers State House of Assembly has levelled a series of allegations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of gross misconduct, unconstitutional expenditure, and obstruction of legislative functions. These allegations are part of a notice signed by 26 members of the Assembly and submitted to Speaker Martin Amaewhule on Monday. The accusations against Fubara include alleged reckless spending of public funds without legislative approval and obstruction of the Assembly’s activities. Among...