“A critical step to restoring stability”—Tinubu commends NASS for ratifying Rivers’ state of emergency
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President Bola Tinubu has praised the National Assembly for its “decisive and patriotic ratification of the state of emergency proclamation in Rivers State.”
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the move as “a critical step to restoring stability after a protracted political crisis that paralysed governance in the state and endangered national economic security for over 15 months.”
The President lauded the leadership of the National Assembly for prioritizing the security and welfare of Rivers State’s people above partisan interests.
He also acknowledged the lawmakers’ thorough review of classified security briefings, which highlighted the urgent need for intervention to prevent further deterioration of the situation.
Recall that President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State following months of escalating political unrest and violence in the oil-rich region.
The announcement was made during a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
As part of the emergency measures, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have been suspended for an initial period of six months.
Tinubu appointed Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) as the military administrator.
The president cited Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution, which empowers him to declare a state of emergency in situations of national danger, disaster, or threats to public order and safety.
