President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing a breakdown in governance and security concerns.
This decision has resulted in the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the House of Assembly for an initial period of six months ¹.
In light of this development, Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) has been appointed as the Administrator to oversee the state’s affairs during this period.
The declaration of a state of emergency is a significant move, and its implications for the governance and stability of Rivers State are yet to be fully seen.
