Would you like to receive notifications on latest updates of the following headlines?

Fubara orders new LG elections following Supreme Court ruling

POSTED ON March 3, 2025 •   Politics      BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara
Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara

PORT HARCOURT- The governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has instructed the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to organize new elections for local government councils within the state. 

This decision comes in response to a Supreme Court ruling that annulled the recently conducted local government elections in the area.

Fubara made the announcement during a statewide address on Sunday in Port Harcourt, where he requested that the local government chairmen, who were elected in the now-invalidated elections, relinquish their positions to the heads of local government administration until new elections occur.

He ordered the chairmen to transfer authority by today, Monday, March 3, 2025.

Fubara emphasized, “In light of the prohibition of caretaker arrangements within the local government system, I hereby direct the Heads of Local Government Administration to promptly assume control of the 23 local government councils while we prepare for fresh elections by RSIEC.”

He stated, “Even though our beloved state appears to be facing difficult times, I encourage everyone to stay calm and continue with their lawful daily activities.”

He continued, “While we may not agree with the rulings, we are obligated to adhere to the decisions made therein as a government that respects the law.”

“Since we took office, we have conducted the governance of our state under the confines of our constitution, adhering to due process and the rule of law. Although we are capable of making mistakes as human beings, we firmly believe that our government has not engaged in any actions intentionally designed to undermine the rule of law or the esteemed principles of constitutional governance.”

“In this regard, I’ve met with my legal team, and they have informed me that the certified true copy of the judgments might be accessible by Friday, March 7, 2025. I assure you that once we receive the certified judgments, we will carefully examine their implications and carry them out without hesitation to advance the state.”

READ ALSO
Adebayo Open to Coalition with Obi, Dismisses Atiku's Influence in SDP
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

The 2023 presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has indicate...

READ ALSO
INEC Launches AI Division to Enhance Electoral Processes, Address Challenges
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

ABUJA, Nigeria - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sanctioned the establishme...

READ ALSO
APC Governors Unite to Endorse President Tinubu as 2027 Consensus Candidate
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

Governors affiliated with the ruling All Progressives Congress have unanimously backed President Bol...

READ ALSO
JUST IN: Tinubu Inaugurates New NNPC Board, Welcomes Fresh Leadership
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 22, 2025 0

ABUJA, Nigeria - President Bola Tinubu has officially inaugurated the board and management of the Ni...

READ ALSO
DSS Asserts Non-Involvement in Kanu's Arrest in Kenya, Confirms Operations Limited to Nigeria
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 21, 2025 0

The Department of State Services (DSS) clarified on Wednesday that it is not involved in the controv...

READ ALSO
Senate Moves to Discuss 2025 Proceeds of Crime Bill Aimed at Asset Recovery Reform
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 21, 2025 0

The Senate has initiated plans to discuss the 2025 Proceeds of Crime bill, which is sponsored by Dr....

READ ALSO
Wike Unveils Major Projects to Celebrate President Tinubu's Second Anniversary
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 21, 2025 0

ABUJA, Nigeria - FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revealed plans to launch various projects executed by...

READ ALSO
Obi Reflects on Vatican Visit, Stresses Importance of Moral Message Over Politics
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 19, 2025 0

Presidential candidate for the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, recently returned from...

OUR CHANNELS:

JUST IN: Tinubu Inaugurates New NNPC Board, Welcomes Fresh Leadership
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

ABUJA, Nigeria - President Bola Tinubu has officially inaugurated the board and management of the Ni...


JUST IN: Dangote refinery slashes petrol prices by N15 nationwide
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

LAGOS, Nigeria — The Dangote Petroleum Refinery recently announced a reduction in the pump pri...


LASG Allocates N1.6Bn to Support Vulnerable Residents in 2025
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

LAGOS, Nigeria - Dedicated to alleviating the challenges faced by underprivileged residents of Lagos...


Sanwo-Olu Advocates for Innovation, Accountability in Economic Policies
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

LAGOS, Nigeria - Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has stated that Nigeria must hasten its pro...


FG advocate for BASA agreement between Nigeria, Italy
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

The federal government (FG) has emphasised the importance of reviving the Bilateral Air Services Agr...


CBN's Rigid Monetary Policies Threaten Nigeria's Industrialization Efforts
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

With the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) keeping the benchmark interest rate at 27.5 percent, local ma...


Father Seeks Justice After Son Shot by Stray Police Bullet
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

OYO, Nigeria - The father of Kehinde Paul Alade, a 14-year-old student who was fatally shot by a str...


Teacher Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Defiling pupil
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

LAGOS, Nigeria - A Lagos Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court, presided over by Justice Abiol...


LASG Cracks Down on 580 Nightclubs, Restaurants for Indoor Smoking Violations
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

LAGOS, Nigeria - The Lagos State government took action on Wednesday against 580 nightclubs and rest...


Tottenham Triumphs in Europa League Final with 1-0 Victory Over Man United
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara May 23, 2025 0

Brennan Johnson's scruffy goal brought Tottenham's 17-year trophy drought to an end with a hard-foug...


More Articles

Load more...

Menu