Tinubu’s Suspension of Rivers Governor Fubara Unconstitutional, Says Lawyer, Calls It ‘Illegal, Cowardly, and Dangerous’
Human rights lawyer Tope Temokun has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State and the subsequent suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, describing the move as unconstitutional, illegal, and politically motivated. Temokun argued that while Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution empowers the President to declare a state of…
National Assembly Confirms Tinubu Consulted Leadership Before Rivers State Emergency Declaration, Reveals Unanimous Support
The National Assembly has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu consulted its leadership before declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State, a move that has sparked widespread debate and criticism. During a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, President Tinubu announced the emergency declaration, citing political instability and security concerns, and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy,…
BREAKING: Tinubu Deploys Military to Take Over Rivers State Government House After Suspending Governor Fubara
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has deployed armed security operatives, including the Nigerian Army, to occupy the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt following his suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The move comes hours after Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State during a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, citing political instability and security…
Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State, Suspends Governor Fubara, Deputy, and Assembly Lawmakers
President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs. Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly for six months. The announcement was made during a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, citing constitutional provisions and the failure of the state government to…
Messi Ruled Out of Argentina Squad for World Cup Qualifiers Against Uruguay, Brazil Due to Injury
Lionel Messi, the iconic Inter Miami forward and captain of Argentina’s national team, will miss the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to a minor adductor muscle injury. The 37-year-old sustained the injury during Inter Miami’s Major League Soccer (MLS) win over Atlanta United, forcing him to withdraw from the Argentina…
Nigerian Security Forces Attack Enugu Women Protesting Herdsmen Killings, Injure Several
A combined team of Nigerian security forces, including soldiers, police, and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) personnel, violently attacked thousands of women protesting against herdsmen killings in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State. The incident, which left several women injured, has sparked outrage and accusations of government complicity in suppressing reports…
Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Trans-Niger Pipeline Explosion in Rivers State
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two individuals in connection with the explosion that rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) in the Bodo community of Rivers State. The explosion, which occurred on Monday night and caused significant damage to the surrounding mangrove, has since been contained, according to authorities. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Iroko confirmed the…
Explosion Rocks Trans-Niger Pipeline in Rivers State, Sparks Environmental and Economic Concerns
An explosion has rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) at Bodo in Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, causing significant damage and raising fears of environmental and economic repercussions. The incident occurred late Monday night near the Bodo-Bonny Road, which is currently under construction. The affected section of the pipeline, a critical federal oil transport…
Nnamdi Kanu to Defend Himself in Court as Trial Resumes — Family
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has announced that Kanu will represent himself in court when his trial resumes on March 21, 2025. The decision, revealed in a press statement issued by Kanu’s younger brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, underscores the IPOB leader’s determination to seek justice amid what…
Over 330 Dead as Israel Intensifies Strikes on Gaza, Vows to Continue Until Hostages Are Freed
Israel has unleashed its most intense military strikes on Gaza since a ceasefire ended, killing over 330 people, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in the territory. The escalation comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue fighting until all hostages held by Hamas are released and the militant group is crushed. The…