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BREAKING: Tinubu Set to Declare State of Emergency in Rivers

President Bola Tinubu is set to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State amid escalating political violence…

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Nyesom Wike, Siminalayi Fubara and President Bola Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu is set to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State amid escalating political violence between Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

Retired military chief Ekwe Ibas is reportedly chosen to take charge of the state.

President Bola Tinubu has finalized plans to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, according to two presidential sources familiar with the matter.

VerseNews learnt that the announcement is expected soon.

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The move follows escalating political violence between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, as Wike intensifies efforts to unseat the governor in their ongoing power struggle.

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A presidential spokesperson declined to comment, while Wike and Fubara have not responded to inquiries.

Retired military chief Ekwe Ibas has reportedly been chosen to take charge of the oil-rich state once the emergency rule is declared.

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