Rapper, Falz has denounced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, labeling it an unconstitutional move
Falz emphasized that the suspension of an elected governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is not permitted by law, as governors can only be removed through impeachment.
President Tinubu had cited Fubara’s alleged constitutional violations, including the collapse of the legislative arm of government, and the rise of militant activities in the region.
However, Falz questioned the justification for the state of emergency, asking if Rivers State was at war or if there was a breakdown of public order.
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. Also, is Rivers State at war? Is there an actual breakdown of public order? Is there a threat to the existence of the federation?”
The declaration has sparked widespread debate online, with many Nigerians questioning the legality of the President’s actions and its implications for democratic governance in the country.
The move has also been rejected by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which argued that the President overstepped his powers by removing an elected governor.
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