
STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED IN RIVERS STATE AS GOVERNOR AND LAWMAKERS SUSPENDED
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President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara and state lawmakers for six months due to political tensions and security concerns.
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Political crisis between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
Lawmakers divided into opposing factions.
Increased pipeline vandalism and oil theft, including a Trans Niger Pipeline fire.
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Retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas appointed as military administrator.
Government functions suspended for six months.