Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Governor Fubara

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the House of Assembly for an initial period of six months. The announcement was made on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, citing prolonged political instability and security concerns in the […]