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Peter Obi, Others React to Emergency Rules in Rivers State
The situation was still manageable and did not warrant a state of emergency.
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate:
” The unilateral decision of President Bola Tinubu to remove Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office is not only unconstitutional but also reckless. “It has plunged us back into a state of lawlessness, undoing the progress we have made over 26 years of democratic governance.
By disregarding the rule of law, the President has shown a dangerous willingness to trample on democracy.”
New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) National Publicity Secretary Ladipo Johnson: ” It is tantamount to a “presidential coup against a constitutionally elected government of the people in Rivers State.”
Prof Benjamin Okaba, President of Ijaw National Congress (INC): “It is a clear state of dictatorship in civilian clothing.”
Joseph Ambakaderimo, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of Community Development Committees (CDC) of Niger Delta Oil and Gas-Producing Areas: ” The situation was still manageable and did not warrant a state of emergency.
A state of emergency can lead to guerrilla warfare, and this country is not ready for such a dire situation.”
Martin Amaewhule, the Speaker Rivers State House of Assembly:
“The condition of our dear Rivers State today is mainly because of the malfeasance of the Governor who serially disobeyed judgments and Orders of Courts and failed to govern the state in line with his Oath of office and the Constitution.
“The Governor’s despotic and tyrannical actions as confirmed by the Courts in which he also unconstitutionally obstructed the Rivers State House of Assembly which is an arm of government from functioning underlies this situation.”
Compiled by Ohibaba.com
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Sanwo-Olu Opens Lagos State Commercial Court
“The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared open the newly constructed commercial court of the high court of Lagos at Tapa, in Lagos Island.
The Governor described the new court as a game changer with cutting edged technology where economic barriers and business disputes would be addressed for economic growth believing the court would bring a new era in speedy dispensation of justice within months.
“This development is expected to enhance the state’s judicial system, particularly in commercial dispute resolution.
The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Lawal Pedro SAN, said the State Government would continue to use the judiciary as a tool of economic growth in Lagos through the rule of law.
Pedro said the Lagos state revenue court would entertain matters on recovery of tax, levies, land use charges and prosecution of tax related issues.
Chief judge of Lagos, Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, said the edifice would be used for the administration of justice.
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday.
He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
Details later…
Some unknown gunmen have killed at least three policemen in Achi, Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State.
Ohibaba.com learnt that the incident occurred at a checkpoint close to Ozudaa Market, Auchi.
Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.
However, a viral gory video seen on Facebook by Ohibaba.com shows lifeless bodies of the slain policemen.
More to follow….
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