Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has commended the National Assembly for its “decisive ratification” of the State of Emergency in Rivers State, calling it a crucial step toward restoring stability after a prolonged political crisis.
In a statement on Thursday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed Tinubu’s appreciation for the legislature’s leadership, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, and other lawmakers.
The President commended them for prioritising the security and welfare of Rivers State residents above partisan interests.
Tinubu also acknowledged the lawmakers’ thorough review of classified security briefings, emphasising the necessity of intervention to prevent further escalation of tensions that had disrupted governance and posed economic risks for over 15 months.
The statement read, “The crisis in Rivers State was at a perilous tipping point, threatening the security of vital oil and gas installations and undermining the national economy and the significant progress we have made in the reforms initiated since our administration commenced in May 2023,” President Tinubu remarked.
“As I detailed in my address to the nation on 18 March, the near-total collapse of governance, threats to federal economic assets, and the risk of widespread violence left no room for hesitation. This emergency measure is a lifeline to safeguard livelihoods, secure critical infrastructure, and restore democratic accountability.”
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.
President Tinubu also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the National Assembly to advance peace, economic resilience, and equitable development across Nigeria. Nigerian cultural tourism packages
“Today’s decision exemplifies what our nation can achieve when unity of purpose and patriotism guide the action of leaders. We remain steadfast in pursuing a safer, more prosperous Nigeria — one where every citizen’s potential is safeguarded and nurtured,” he said.
He, however, thanked all Nigerians for their understanding and urged all stakeholders to sup- port the restoration of peace in Rivers State.
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