President Bola Tinubu has saluted the National Assembly for what he termed “its decisive and patriotic ratification of the state of emergency proclamation in Rivers State”.
In a statement by the president’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described it as “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 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 security briefings, underscoring the urgent need for intervention to prevent further escalation.
The President affirmed that the six-month emergency would empower the newly appointed Sole Administrator to stabilise Rivers State, address systemic breakdowns, and facilitate dialogue among conflicting parties.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the National Assembly to advance peace, economic resilience, and equitable development across Nigeria and thanked all Nigerians for their understanding, urging all stakeholders to support the restoration of peace in Rivers State.
