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Everything You Need to Know About Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers State

In March 2025, Nigeria’s political landscape was jolted by President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, a pivotal region in the nation’s oil production. This unprecedented move, the first in over a decade, has been met with a spectrum of reactions, reflecting the complexity of the situation.
Genesis of the Crisis
The turmoil in Rivers State has been brewing for months, primarily due to a power tussle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and factions within the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Also, the discord escalated when state lawmakers initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara, accusing him of illegal budget presentations and issues related to the legislative chamber’s composition. This internal strife significantly hampered governance and stability in the state.
Compounding the political unrest, Rivers State experienced a surge in pipeline vandalism. Notably, a recent explosion on the Trans Niger Pipeline resulted in a fire outbreak, disrupting a major oil transportation route.
Furthermore, President Tinubu expressed concern over these incidents, mentioning the lack of effective action by the state government to address the sabotage, which poses threats to both the economy and environmental safety.
Presidential Intervention
In response to the escalating crisis, President Tinubu invoked Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State on March 18, 2025. This action led to the suspension of Governor Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the State House of Assembly for an initial period of six months.
Additionally, retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas was appointed as the military administrator to oversee the state’s affairs during this period, with the judiciary remaining functional to ensure the rule of law.
Legislative Approval
Following the declaration, both chambers of the National Assembly—the Senate and the House of Representatives—endorsed the state of emergency.
Despite initial resistance from some opposition parliamentarians, the lawmakers acknowledged the necessity of the measures to address the pressing issues in Rivers State. The emergency rule is set to last for six months, during which the federal government will implement strategies to stabilize the region.
Diverse Reactions
The declaration has elicited a wide array of responses:
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Legal Community:
The Nigerian Bar Association criticized the suspension of elected officials as illegal, arguing that a declaration of emergency does not automatically dissolve or suspend elected state governments.
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Regional Organizations:
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) rejected the declaration, describing it as hasty and unjustifiable. They argued that the move was unnecessary and failed to address the real issues causing the political crisis in the state.
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Political Analysts:
Also, figures like Dr. Reuben Abati, former media aide to President Goodluck Jonathan, labeled the declaration as an “impeachable offence,” asserting that the president lacks constitutional authority to remove a state governor through such a proclamation.
Rivers State, located in the Niger Delta, is vital for Nigeria’s crude oil production. The region has faced issues of pipeline sabotage that disrupt production and exports.
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Teenage Girl Sues JAMB After Being Forced to Remove Her Hijab Before UTME Exam

A teenage girl, Lawal Hameedat Adenike, has filed a lawsuit against the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the PEFTI Centre after allegedly being forced to remove her hijab before sitting for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The suit was filed by her mother and legal representative, Basirat Ojo, who spoke to journalists in Abuja about the distressing incident. Ojo explained that on April 25, 2025, at the PEFTI CBT Centre in Ibadan, Oyo State, her daughter was told she could not take the exam unless she removed her hijab, which she wears as a religious obligation. Ojo described the experience as humiliating and emotionally distressing for her daughter, adding that it was a clear violation of her rights.
The lawsuit is seeking a public apology from both JAMB and PEFTI, to be published in two national newspapers. Additionally, it calls for compensation for the rights violation and a court ruling that any policy requiring female candidates to remove their hijabs is unconstitutional.
Lawal’s lawyer, Qousim Opakunle, emphasized that the case is based on constitutional rights. He argued that the directive violated Section 38 of the Nigerian Constitution, which guarantees freedom of thought, conscience, and religion, especially for minors who are vulnerable to such injustices.
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JAMB 2025: Nigerians Cry Out as Students Get Shockingly Low Jamb Scores

Many Nigerians are expressing deep concern over the poor performance recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following the release of the results by JAMB on Friday. Social media has since been flooded with reactions from worried parents, students, and education stakeholders, many of whom believe the scores don’t reflect the true efforts of the candidates.
One user, Oluwaseun, took to X to voice his frustration, sharing a screenshot of a student named Egbaze Victoria who allegedly scored 295 in last year’s UTME but shockingly got 132 this year. “Something is seriously wrong with these results,” he wrote. “These scores don’t reflect the abilities or track records of these students.”
Another user, Chukwuma Pius, also shared his frustration, claiming JAMB sent his daughter a result that doesn’t belong to her. “This is heartbreaking,” he said. “As a retired teacher, I know what she’s capable of. The result they sent cannot be hers.”
These complaints come after JAMB disclosed that over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200 this year, sparking widespread calls for an investigation into the entire process. Reacting to the controversy, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi described the outcome of this year’s UTME as worrisome and emphasized the need for urgent reforms in the education sector.
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JAMB Withholds Over 39,000 UTME Results Over Exam Malpractice

JAMB has officially released the results for the 2025 UTME, but not without controversy. According to the board, results of 39,834 candidates have been withheld over suspected exam malpractices.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, made the announcement at the board’s headquarters in Bwari, explaining that investigations are ongoing. He also revealed that around 80 individuals are currently under scrutiny for various exam-related offences, with Anambra State topping the list of those being investigated.
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