House of Reps Approves Tinubu’s Emergency Rule in Rivers State

On Thursday, the House of Representatives approved President Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State through a voice vote attended by 243 members.

Along with endorsing the emergency rule, the House proposed additional measures to address the crisis in Rivers State. They recommended establishing a national committee dedicated to restoring peace in the region. Additionally, they suggested that the National Assembly should assume the responsibilities of the Rivers State Assembly for six months.

Further details on the implementation and expected outcomes of these recommendations will be provided soon.