Senate approved State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Jokpeme Joseph Omode March 20, 2025

 Like the House of Representatives, the Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s proclamation of a state of emergency in Rivers State, invoking its constitutional powers under the amended 1999 Constitution.



The approval grants President Tinubu the authority to enforce emergency measures while mandating a review of the situation at any time, but not later than six months.

Per the Constitution, the National Assembly has also imposed a joint committee of both chambers to oversee the administration of affairs in Rivers State during the emergency period.

 

Additionally, the Senate has resolved to establish a mediation committee consisting of eminent Nigerians to help resolve the state’s political crisis.

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