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The Rivers State House of Assembly has pledged its full support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state, despite initial concerns.
Speaker Martin Amaewhule, in a statement on Tuesday, said the Assembly would cooperate with the newly appointed Sole Administrator, Admiral Ibokette Ibas, emphasizing that Tinubu’s intervention was necessary for stability.
“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.
He attributed the crisis in the state to Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s alleged disregard for court rulings and obstruction of legislative 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,” the Speaker alleged.
Amaewhule called on residents to remain calm and assured them that the Assembly would support all efforts to restore order under the new leadership.
President Tinubu’s declaration, announced on Tuesday, led to the suspension of Governor Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the state Assembly for six months.
The move, according to the presidency, was aimed at curbing political instability in Rivers State.
