Rivers State Crisis: Fagbemi Defends State Of Emergency, Blames Governor Fubara

Fagbemi Backs President Tinubu’s Decision to Declare Emergency in Rivers State

Let me set the scene for you. Lateef Fagbemi, the Attorney-General of the Federation, stood firmly behind President Bola Tinubu's bold move to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State. In his explanation, he made it crystal clear that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, should not be held responsible for the political chaos unraveling in the state. Instead, the blame is squarely placed on Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his administration.

Now, here's what happened. On Tuesday, President Tinubu took drastic measures by suspending Governor Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and every single member of the Rivers State House of Assembly for a period of six months. To ensure stability, he appointed Ibokette Ibas, a former Chief of Naval Staff, as the sole administrator of the state. The President pointed to the ongoing political conflict as the primary reason for this intervention.

Fagbemi Takes Aim at Governor Fubara’s Actions

During an interactive session with State House Correspondents on Thursday, Fagbemi didn’t mince words. He pointed a finger directly at Governor Fubara for escalating the crisis in Rivers State. According to Naija News, Fagbemi criticized the governor for taking unilateral actions, especially the controversial demolition of the State House of Assembly Complex.

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Fagbemi passionately stated, “Was Wike the one that asked the State Assembly to be demolished? I don’t see the hand of the Minister of the FCT in what happened.” He emphasized that the blame lies solely with Governor Fubara, not Minister Wike. The AGF further explained that the Supreme Court had already ruled that the governor’s actions, including the demolition, were likely aimed at preventing his impeachment.

He suggested that Governor Fubara anticipated his removal and acted preemptively by destroying the assembly building. It’s a move that many see as a desperate attempt to halt the political process. Fagbemi argued that such actions are unacceptable and undermine the democratic principles of the nation.

Presidential Decision Rooted in Supreme Court Judgment

Fagbemi underscored that President Tinubu’s decision to impose a state of emergency wasn’t arbitrary. It was a direct response to the Supreme Court’s finding that there was no functioning government in Rivers State. When the court declared this dire situation, it left the President with little choice but to act swiftly and decisively.

Fagbemi stated, “The President took a very bold decision. As things stand, we have a duty to give maximum respect to the judgment of the Supreme Court.” He emphasized that the President’s move was not just about restoring order but about upholding the rule of law and ensuring the integrity of the democratic process in Rivers State.

Critics Urged to Take Concerns to the National Assembly

Of course, not everyone agrees with the President’s actions, and Fagbemi acknowledged that. He addressed the critics by suggesting that if the National Assembly feels the President overstepped his bounds, they wouldn’t provide the necessary two-thirds support for the decision. Fagbemi added, “We are expecting that within 48 hours, something will come out.” This refers to the upcoming ratification of the state of emergency by the legislature.

In essence, Fagbemi is calling for patience and trust in the democratic process. He believes that the National Assembly will play its role in ensuring that the President’s actions align with the nation’s laws and the people’s best interests. It’s a reminder that the checks and balances in our system are there for a reason.

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