Falz Blasts Tinubu Over Rivers State Governor Suspension

Falz Calls Out President Tinubu on Rivers State Crisis

Alright, listen up, folks. Let me set the scene for you. Nigerian rapper and Nollywood actor, Folarin Falana—better known as Falz—has been making some serious waves with his outspoken criticism of President Bola Tinubu. Specifically, he’s taken issue with the recent suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. This isn’t just a casual debate; it’s a bold statement from one of Nigeria’s most prominent voices in entertainment and activism.

According to Naija News, President Tinubu made a nationwide announcement on Tuesday evening, declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State. He cited the need to restore law and order, which sounds like a pretty big deal, right? But here’s the kicker—this declaration came with some heavy consequences. Governor Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly were suspended for an initial period of six months. That’s a major shake-up, and not everyone is happy about it.

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Now, let’s break this down a bit more. As part of these emergency measures, President Tinubu nominated retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas to step in as the administrator for the state. That’s a lot of responsibility being handed over to one person, especially in such a tense situation. But here’s where things get really interesting—Falz wasn’t having any of it. The rapper took to his 𝕏 handle to voice his concerns, and he didn’t hold back.

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Falz was pretty clear in his stance. He emphasized that there’s absolutely no law that allows a president to simply suspend a governor. Governors, he pointed out, are elected into office and can only be removed through impeachment. It’s not just a matter of the president deciding one day that things need to change. There’s a process, and skipping that process raises some serious red flags.

Falz Questions the Legality of Tinubu's Actions

But Falz didn’t stop there. He dug deeper, questioning whether Rivers State was actually at war or experiencing a total breakdown of public order. Is there a real threat to the existence of the Federation? These are heavy questions that deserve some serious thought. Falz’s message was clear—he wants answers, and he’s not afraid to ask for them.

He wrote, “Rivers State, there is ABSOLUTELY NO LAW that allows a president to SUSPEND a governor. A Governor is elected into office and may only be removed by impeachment.” That’s a strong statement, and it’s one that’s resonating with many Nigerians who are watching this situation unfold.

“Also, is Rivers state at war? Is there “actual breakdown of public order”? Is there a threat to the existence of the Federation?” These questions are not just rhetorical; they’re a call to action for transparency and accountability in governance. Falz isn’t just speaking for himself here—he’s voicing the concerns of many who are watching this crisis unfold.