The Rivers State Government has chosen to reserve comment on President Bola Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency, which suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, and state lawmakers
The Rivers State Government has taken a cautious approach to President Bola Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in the state. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, President Tinubu suspended Governor Sir Siminialayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly. When asked for comment, Commissioner of Information and Communications Joseph Johnson said it was "too hasty" to take a position, stating that the president's declaration was enough for now.
This development has significant implications for the state, as a state of emergency grants the government sweeping powers, including deployment of armed forces, unwarranted searches, and arrest and detention of suspects without formal charges. The president has nominated Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd) as Administrator to oversee the state's affairs during this period.
It's worth noting that the declaration of a state of emergency is a constitutional power held by the president, but it must be ratified by the National Assembly within two days. The situation is still unfolding, and it's likely that we'll see further developments in the coming days.
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