Rivers Assembly endorses Tinubu’s Emergency Rule, blames Fubara for crisis

The Rivers State House of Assembly has expressed full support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Speaker Martin Amaewhule said the Assembly would abide by the president’s decision, acknowledging that while it was not their preferred outcome, it was made in the country’s best interest.

“We assure our constituents that we will abide by this declaration, even though it is not what we prayed for. Mr. President has acted in the best interest of the country,” Amaewhule stated.

The Speaker accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of causing the political crisis, alleging that he repeatedly ignored court rulings and obstructed the Assembly’s functions.

“The condition of our dear Rivers State today is mainly because of the malfeasance of the governor, who serially disobeyed court judgments and obstructed the Rivers State House of Assembly,” he added.

Amaewhule urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with the newly appointed Sole Administrator, Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, assuring that the Assembly would provide him with all necessary support to restore stability.

“We urge everyone to remain calm as the Sole Administrator assumes duty. Rest assured that the Assembly will give him all the necessary support to restore order,” he stated.

The Speaker also thanked Rivers residents for their patience, prayers, and support during the emergency period.

President Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule on Tuesday led to the six-month suspension of Governor Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the State House of Assembly.

The decision was aimed at restoring order following the prolonged political feud between the governor and state lawmakers.