Reps set up ad-hoc committee to perform Rivers Assembly functions

After months of confusion and tension between the new governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, a close friend of the president accused of wanting to maintain his influence on the spot, Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Head of State, decided to suspend all the elected members of the region and appoint a military administrator there on 18 March. A decision that created a deep discomfort on the spot.

Reps inaugurate oversight cttee for Rivers, speaker warns against partisan interests - Daily Trust

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajuddeen, on Tuesday inaugurated a 21-member ad-hoc committee to oversee the administration of Rivers State during the six-month state of emergency declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Describing the assignment as a “mission of national significance,” the Speaker issued a stern warning to members of the committee to steer clear of partisan interests, noting that the country and the world wo…

Reps set up ad-hoc committee to perform Rivers Assembly functions

The House of Representatives will on Tuesday inaugurate an ad-hoc committee to take over the legislative functions of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Recall that President Bola Tinubu on March 18, declared emergency rule in the oil-rich state following a worsening relationship between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the state House of Assembly. Citing Section

Reps inaugurate committee to make laws for Rivers - NewsTmes.com.ng

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, on Tuesday, inaugurated a 21-member Ad-Hoc Committee to oversee the administration of Rivers State following the declaration of a State of Emergency in the state by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the National Assembly complex, Abbas clarified that the National … The post Reps inaugurate committee to make laws for Rivers appeared first on News…

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Emergency rule: Reps inaugurates 21-member ad hoc committee to oversee Rivers govt.

Emergency rule: Reps inaugurates 21-member ad hoc committee to oversee Rivers govt. The House of Representatives on Tuesday inaugurated.....