Trending News: FG defends emergency rule, says Tinubu’s action to avert Rivers collapseRivers emergency rule: Lawyers disagree on Supreme Court’s roleState of Emergency: Tinubu did what was necessary to salvage Rivers State – AGF, FagbemiKano gov to unveil emirate council in April, orders Sallah Durbar preparationState of Emergency: Tinubu meets Rivers sole administratorAnxiety as Dangote Refinery moves to stop fuel supply to Nigerian MarketJUST IN: Reps in shouting match ahead of Rivers emergency rule debateEbonyi Gov, Nwifuru, Suspends Three Commissioners over AbsenteeismEdo gov fixes neglected Benin-Iruekpen Expressway2026 WCQ: We Will Beat Super Eagles In Uyo — Zimbabwe Star MusonaThe president has no authority to suspend a sitting governor – Dalung, ex ministerDangote may halt petrol supply to Nigeria as naira-for-crude deal delaysThree pupils win MoneyBee financial literacy competitionEmergency rule: Fubara, family, others vacate govt houseJUST IN: Protest erupts in Ondo as herdsmen kill five farmersPolice Arrest Six Kidnap Suspects, Recover Cash, Arms in RiversEarly morning fire outbreak destroys Kano multi-purpose marketMisleading clip alludes to existence of mythical creature in Delta StateReps in shouting match over Rivers emergency ruleAbia demolishes kidnappers’ hideout, issues landlords warningSpotify pays artists $10bn amid gapsFarmer arrested for stealing three bags of pineapples in OgunInt’l Women’s Month Celebrations Continue With NBA Nigeria, Industry Leaders Engage In First ‘Her Time To Play’ Leadership SeriesLate Prof Nwosu Deserves Honour for 1993 Heroics, Others, Says GroupInsecurity: NILDS DG Seeks Stronger Legislative Oversight On Private Security Firms’ OperationsCeasefire: Zelenskyy to speak with Trump after US president’s talks with PutinBREAKING: Rivers: Reps in heated argument before plenary [VIDEO]Made in Nigeria, exported to the world: Affiong Williams’ ReelFruit revolutionEha-Amufu Indigenes Debunk Alleged Mass Killings in EnuguDauda Bangura is still in the National Team, contrary to social media claimsAstronauts stuck in space for nine months return to earthThe economic cost of Nigeria’s power crisisRussia-Ukraine war: Putin playing game, Trump won’t sit, watch for long – Germany’s PistoriusUS agencies suspend efforts to counter Russian sabotageInt’l  Women’s Day: NEXIM  Launches Export Development FundsNasarawa: NASEMA boss, Allumaga is deadNMA commends Nigerian govt for approving staff recruitment at Federal Teaching Hospital LokojaGroup alleges plot to recall Natasha from SenateGovernor Yusuf to inaugurate Kano Emirate Council April 2025[PHOTOS] Pandemonium in Ondo as protesters block governor’s office over killings by herdsmenPremier League Big Guns Bidding To Complete A Clean Sweep In EuropeNPFL: 3SC Chief Lawal Demands Players’ Commitment After Poor RunRivers crisis: Reverse ‘illegal’ state of emergency or face court action – Lawyers tell TinubuTension As Protesters Shut Ondo Gov’s Office Over Killing of Five Farmers Nigerian Breweries completes 100% acquisition of DistellPremier League 2024/25: Six Key Games In The Race To Secure Champions League Qualification“Reckless, unconstitutional”, Obi condemns Rivers’ emergency rule, asks NASS to resistAdebayo: SDP is Certainly Winning the Presidency in 2027Is the state of emergency declaration in Rivers State legal? Putin agrees to 30-day halt on Ukraine energy facility strikes, not full ceasefireState of emergency in Rivers: “Suspension” or otherwise summary removal of a democratically elected governor and other elected officials in unconstitutionalSmallSmall boosts Nigeria’s credit system with Fair AppPresident Tinubu blames Fubara for pipeline explosion in RiversNaira Abuse: Edo PDP Commends EFCC on Arrest of  OkungbowaLafarge Africa advocates women’s empowerment, workplace diversityRivers assembly backs emergency rule, pledges sole administrator supportDefence minister justifies emergency rule in Rivers, blames Fubara‘Sunday Jackson must not die’ – Adamawa group canvasses clemency for condemned farmerBauchi Traditional Commends UNICEF for Child Nutrition InitiativeEgube Charges Youths on Digital SkillsTwo Okada riders arrested for acting as kidnappers’ spies in OndoTeesas Education tackles UTME, WAEC failure with e-learning platformPutin agrees to temporary halt energy strikes in Ukraine after call with Trump, rejects full ceasefireFederation account allocations soared by 43% in 2024 – NEITIEFCC boss charges new cadets on loyalty, disciplineState of emergency: ‘Best decision’ – Amaewhule-led 27 lawmakers react as Tinubu suspends them, Gov Fubara‘It’s unconstitutional, reckless,’ Peter Obi condemns emergency rule in RiversObi condemns removal of Rivers Governor, FubaraSenate constitutes ad-hoc Committee to investigate Cameroonian’s alleged illegal annexation of Nigerian territoriesGov Yusuf directs emirates to prepare for sallah durbarSuspected bandits abduct two university students in KatsinaRivers: Tinubu has committed impeachable offence – AbatiNursing Mother, Mad Man among Those Set Free in A’IbomRussia vs Ukraine: US suspends efforts to counter Russian sabotageUS judge finds Musk’s USAID cuts unconstitutional, blocks him from making more cutsUS strikes target areas in YemenKaria’s bias: A clear case of favouritism in Tanzanian footballPHOTOS: Akpabio visits Wike in AbujaPICTORIAL: Senate President Akpabio visits Wike in Abuja2026 WCQ: Full House As Yusuf Arrives Super Eagles CampCountry of Particular Concern: Ekpa-led group backs US CongressTen Hag Influenced My Decision To Join Man United –HojlundTinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers biased, divisive – PDP govsTinubu consulted NASS before declaring emergency in Rivers – RepsDefection hits SDP as ex-Vp candidate, Kano guber candidate, supporter join APC NBA condemns Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor as unconstitutional overreachHere’s how Nigerians can apply for a UK spousal visaGerman govt to grant scholarships to Nigerian studentsMilitary Chiefs divert US$1.4M armoured vehicles as retirement giftsUS Court empties Kennedy Agyapong’s pocket of US$18m in Anas defamation caseSammi Awuku appreciates visually impaired Senior Prefect of Okuapeman SchoolWe’re The Team That Does Most Damage To Madrid –YamalThe Next Titan Raises Prize Money to N50mAtomic Commission raises alarm over intrusions at nuclear facilityDossier reveals gapping inconsistencies in GBC’s Boss’ new contractRivers: State of emergency a misplaced priority – NUJ ex-presidentCountering Boko Haram’s war economy: A strategic imperative for Nigeria’s national security (1)Burkinabé Ministers calls on GPHA Director-GeneralResetting the Nation: The Council of State’s critical roleRivers: Forces planning to impeach Fubara can rest now – Shehu Sani
Wed. Mar 19th, 2025
Trending News: FG defends emergency rule, says Tinubu’s action to avert Rivers collapseRivers emergency rule: Lawyers disagree on Supreme Court’s roleState of Emergency: Tinubu did what was necessary to salvage Rivers State – AGF, FagbemiKano gov to unveil emirate council in April, orders Sallah Durbar preparationState of Emergency: Tinubu meets Rivers sole administratorAnxiety as Dangote Refinery moves to stop fuel supply to Nigerian MarketJUST IN: Reps in shouting match ahead of Rivers emergency rule debateEbonyi Gov, Nwifuru, Suspends Three Commissioners over AbsenteeismEdo gov fixes neglected Benin-Iruekpen Expressway2026 WCQ: We Will Beat Super Eagles In Uyo — Zimbabwe Star MusonaThe president has no authority to suspend a sitting governor – Dalung, ex ministerDangote may halt petrol supply to Nigeria as naira-for-crude deal delaysThree pupils win MoneyBee financial literacy competitionEmergency rule: Fubara, family, others vacate govt houseJUST IN: Protest erupts in Ondo as herdsmen kill five farmersPolice Arrest Six Kidnap Suspects, Recover Cash, Arms in RiversEarly morning fire outbreak destroys Kano multi-purpose marketMisleading clip alludes to existence of mythical creature in Delta StateReps in shouting match over Rivers emergency ruleAbia demolishes kidnappers’ hideout, issues landlords warningSpotify pays artists $10bn amid gapsFarmer arrested for stealing three bags of pineapples in OgunInt’l Women’s Month Celebrations Continue With NBA Nigeria, Industry Leaders Engage In First ‘Her Time To Play’ Leadership SeriesLate Prof Nwosu Deserves Honour for 1993 Heroics, Others, Says GroupInsecurity: NILDS DG Seeks Stronger Legislative Oversight On Private Security Firms’ OperationsCeasefire: Zelenskyy to speak with Trump after US president’s talks with PutinBREAKING: Rivers: Reps in heated argument before plenary [VIDEO]Made in Nigeria, exported to the world: Affiong Williams’ ReelFruit revolutionEha-Amufu Indigenes Debunk Alleged Mass Killings in EnuguDauda Bangura is still in the National Team, contrary to social media claimsAstronauts stuck in space for nine months return to earthThe economic cost of Nigeria’s power crisisRussia-Ukraine war: Putin playing game, Trump won’t sit, watch for long – Germany’s PistoriusUS agencies suspend efforts to counter Russian sabotageInt’l  Women’s Day: NEXIM  Launches Export Development FundsNasarawa: NASEMA boss, Allumaga is deadNMA commends Nigerian govt for approving staff recruitment at Federal Teaching Hospital LokojaGroup alleges plot to recall Natasha from SenateGovernor Yusuf to inaugurate Kano Emirate Council April 2025[PHOTOS] Pandemonium in Ondo as protesters block governor’s office over killings by herdsmenPremier League Big Guns Bidding To Complete A Clean Sweep In EuropeNPFL: 3SC Chief Lawal Demands Players’ Commitment After Poor RunRivers crisis: Reverse ‘illegal’ state of emergency or face court action – Lawyers tell TinubuTension As Protesters Shut Ondo Gov’s Office Over Killing of Five Farmers Nigerian Breweries completes 100% acquisition of DistellPremier League 2024/25: Six Key Games In The Race To Secure Champions League Qualification“Reckless, unconstitutional”, Obi condemns Rivers’ emergency rule, asks NASS to resistAdebayo: SDP is Certainly Winning the Presidency in 2027Is the state of emergency declaration in Rivers State legal? Putin agrees to 30-day halt on Ukraine energy facility strikes, not full ceasefireState of emergency in Rivers: “Suspension” or otherwise summary removal of a democratically elected governor and other elected officials in unconstitutionalSmallSmall boosts Nigeria’s credit system with Fair AppPresident Tinubu blames Fubara for pipeline explosion in RiversNaira Abuse: Edo PDP Commends EFCC on Arrest of  OkungbowaLafarge Africa advocates women’s empowerment, workplace diversityRivers assembly backs emergency rule, pledges sole administrator supportDefence minister justifies emergency rule in Rivers, blames Fubara‘Sunday Jackson must not die’ – Adamawa group canvasses clemency for condemned farmerBauchi Traditional Commends UNICEF for Child Nutrition InitiativeEgube Charges Youths on Digital SkillsTwo Okada riders arrested for acting as kidnappers’ spies in OndoTeesas Education tackles UTME, WAEC failure with e-learning platformPutin agrees to temporary halt energy strikes in Ukraine after call with Trump, rejects full ceasefireFederation account allocations soared by 43% in 2024 – NEITIEFCC boss charges new cadets on loyalty, disciplineState of emergency: ‘Best decision’ – Amaewhule-led 27 lawmakers react as Tinubu suspends them, Gov Fubara‘It’s unconstitutional, reckless,’ Peter Obi condemns emergency rule in RiversObi condemns removal of Rivers Governor, FubaraSenate constitutes ad-hoc Committee to investigate Cameroonian’s alleged illegal annexation of Nigerian territoriesGov Yusuf directs emirates to prepare for sallah durbarSuspected bandits abduct two university students in KatsinaRivers: Tinubu has committed impeachable offence – AbatiNursing Mother, Mad Man among Those Set Free in A’IbomRussia vs Ukraine: US suspends efforts to counter Russian sabotageUS judge finds Musk’s USAID cuts unconstitutional, blocks him from making more cutsUS strikes target areas in YemenKaria’s bias: A clear case of favouritism in Tanzanian footballPHOTOS: Akpabio visits Wike in AbujaPICTORIAL: Senate President Akpabio visits Wike in Abuja2026 WCQ: Full House As Yusuf Arrives Super Eagles CampCountry of Particular Concern: Ekpa-led group backs US CongressTen Hag Influenced My Decision To Join Man United –HojlundTinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers biased, divisive – PDP govsTinubu consulted NASS before declaring emergency in Rivers – RepsDefection hits SDP as ex-Vp candidate, Kano guber candidate, supporter join APC NBA condemns Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor as unconstitutional overreachHere’s how Nigerians can apply for a UK spousal visaGerman govt to grant scholarships to Nigerian studentsMilitary Chiefs divert US$1.4M armoured vehicles as retirement giftsUS Court empties Kennedy Agyapong’s pocket of US$18m in Anas defamation caseSammi Awuku appreciates visually impaired Senior Prefect of Okuapeman SchoolWe’re The Team That Does Most Damage To Madrid –YamalThe Next Titan Raises Prize Money to N50mAtomic Commission raises alarm over intrusions at nuclear facilityDossier reveals gapping inconsistencies in GBC’s Boss’ new contractRivers: State of emergency a misplaced priority – NUJ ex-presidentCountering Boko Haram’s war economy: A strategic imperative for Nigeria’s national security (1)Burkinabé Ministers calls on GPHA Director-GeneralResetting the Nation: The Council of State’s critical roleRivers: Forces planning to impeach Fubara can rest now – Shehu Sani
Wed. Mar 19th, 2025

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FULL TEXT: Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers        

Press statement by suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara on the state of emergency declared in Rivers State: My dear Rivers People, I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history. Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have

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