President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday, 20 March, 2025, lauded the National Assembly for its decisive and patriotic ratification of the State of Emergency proclamation in Rivers State, a critical step to restoring stability after a protracted political crisis that paralysed governance in the state and endangered national economic security for over 15 months. The President specifically commended the National Assembly’s leadership—Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, other principal officers and members—for prioritising the security and welfare of Rivers State people above partisan interests and other considerations. He further acknowledged the lawmakers’ diligent review of classified…
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By Taminu Yakubu Throughout history, leadership has never been measured by mere occupancy of office but by the ability to act decisively in the face of disorder. From the ancient philosopher-kings of Plato’s Republic, tasked with safeguarding justice, to Sun Tzu’s Art of War, which emphasizes preemptive action against internal threats, it has been clear that governance is not a passive role but an active duty. John Locke’s Second Treatise on Government reminds us that when those entrusted with power begin to subvert the institutions that sustain governance, superior authority must intervene to restore order. It is in this context…
Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a Cheiftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has said that President Bola Tinubu acted in good faith by declaring state of emergency in Rivers state. Oyintiloye, a member of the defunct APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) said on Thursday, 20 March, 2025, in Osogbo, that the emergence rule was necessary to restore peace, orderliness and good governance in the state. The APC Chieftain said that those who were criticising the president for his action were either misinformed or trying to play politics with the lives of the Rivers citizens. Oyintiloye said that the President,…
I am deeply saddened by the unfortunate incident of the tanker explosion which occurred on Wednesday 19th March, 2025 by the Karu Bridge along the Abuja – Keffi Highway which led to the loss of many lives and property. I commiserate with the Minister of the FCT, His Excellency Nyesome Wike, CON, the families of the deceased and injured, the residents, affected business and property owners and the people of Abuja. I urge owners and drivers of vehicles, especially articulated vehicles, to ensure the road worthiness and good condition of their vehicles before putting them on the road to avert…
The Chief of Staff to the President, Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila has assured the Nigerian Institute of Architects, (NIA) that the Federal Government will collaborate with the institute to ensure proper regulation in order to curtail the incessant building collapse witnessed in different parts of the country. Hon Gbajabiamila spoke at the State House on Wednesday, 19 March, 2025, when he received on a courtesy visit, a delegation of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, led by its National President, Arc. Mobolaji Adeniyi. He noted that every profession had its challenges, and that quackery remained a major challenge in the industry,…
Ogun State Government has issued a flood alert to residents of the State to be vigilant and careful of their environment as one of the major flood prone areas in Nigeria, according to classification made available by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA). The state Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, who stated this at a news conference on Thursday in Abeokuta, said the flood alert was part of the Ministry ‘s adaptation and mitigation strategies to enlighten the citizens of the State of the vulnerability of various settlements and communities around the State. He…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has received the Leadership Award of Excellence in Digital Transformation and Cyber Security, bestowed on him by Babcock University. The event took place on the campus of the University in Ilishan Remo during the 2025 Cyber Security Workshop, tagged “Building A Resilient Cyber Security Ecosystem: Bridging Academia, Industry, and Organisational Practices.” Receiving the award on behalf of the Governor, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Cyber Security, Senator Shuaib Salisu, stated that Governor Abiodun understands the importance of the 4th industrial revolution on career advancement; hence, various…
The Sole Administrator for River State, Vice Admiral Ibok-ete Ibas (retd.), has arrived in the state to resume duties. Ibas arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport at about 11:25 am on Thursday, 20 March, 2025 and was received by top officials and security personnel. The sole administrator, accompanied by the state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju and the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 16, immediately proceeded to Government House, Port Harcourt afterwards. He has already arrived at the Government House, and he was conducted around by some government officials He is currently in a closed-door meeting with senior…
The House of Representatives on Thursday, 20 March, 2025 approved the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, along with the six-month suspension of Governor Sim Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the assembly, as announced by President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, 18 March, 2025. The seal of approval for the President’s proclamation came via voice vote during plenary on Thursday, 20 March, 2025. The Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, who presided over the plenary, called on members to make their contribution during the consideration of the general principles of the President’s report. In his contribution, Benue lawmaker and…
The Nigerian Senate has approved the State of Emergency for Rivers State as declared by President Bola Tinubu. The Upper Legislative Chamber on Thursday, 20 March, 2025 also approved a six-month suspension of Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly. This is coming after a closed door session where the lawmakers deliberated on the matter. Earlier, the House of Representatives had earlier approved the State of Emergency via voice votes. President Tinubu’s proclamation of the State of Emergency in Rivers State, had stirred controversy with condemnation from several stakeholders. Despite the outrage,…