Tinubu Ends State of Emergency in Rivers State, Officials Resume Duties

President Bola Tinubu has lifted the state of emergency in Rivers State, directing Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly to resume official duties. The emergency rule, imposed six months ago to stabilize the state amid political tension, officially ended at midnight.

Tinubu's directive for the officials to return to their offices signifies a significant shift in governance in Rivers State. This move is expected to restore normalcy and governance processes in the state following the period of emergency rule.