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Nigerian rapper and activist Falz has strongly criticized President Tinubu's decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspend its governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Falz argued that the Nigerian Constitution does not grant the president the power to suspend an elected governor, emphasizing that a governor can only be removed through impeachment.
President Tinubu's directive, announced on Tuesday, included the suspension of Governor Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) was appointed as the Administrator to oversee the state's affairs during the period.
Falz questioned the justification for such drastic action, asking if Rivers State is at war, if there's a breakdown of public order, or if there's a threat to the existence of the Federation. His reaction highlights the growing concerns about the limits of presidential power and the potential undermining of democratic institutions.
The development has sparked intense debate, with some groups, like the South-South Youths, condemning the state of emergency as unfair and unjust. Others, like the Rivers Assembly, have backed President Tinubu's decision. As the situation unfolds, Nigerians will be watching closely to see how this crisis is resolved and what implications it may have for the country's democracy.
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