Tinubu Declares End of Emergency Rule in Rivers StatePresident Bola Tinubu has officially announced the end of the state of emergency in Rivers State, bringing months of heightened security measures to a close.In a national broadcast on Wednesday,
Tinubu said the decision followed consultations with security agencies and stakeholders, noting that peace and normalcy had significantly improved in the state.“It, therefore, gives me great pleasure to declare that the emergency in Rivers State of Nigeria shall end with effect from midnight today,” the President stated.The emergency rule, declared earlier in the year, was imposed in response to escalating violence and political unrest that threatened governance and public safety in the oil-rich state. During the period, federal authorities had assumed control of security operations, while some state functions were curtailed.
Tinubu commended residents for their resilience, cooperation, and patience throughout the period, assuring that his administration remains committed to safeguarding lives and property across the country.He also directed security agencies to maintain vigilance in Rivers and continue working closely with local authorities to consolidate the peace achieved.The announcement has been welcomed by political leaders, civil society groups, and community representatives, many of whom described it as a step toward restoring full democratic governance and stability in the state.