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Lawyers Request ECOWAS Court Sanctions Against President Tinubu Over Rivers State Emergency Declaration
Nigerian legislative lawyers, represented by the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP), have formally petitioned the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice to impose sanctions on President Bola Tinubu. This action stems from his controversial declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The lawyers are also seeking sanctions against the National Assembly leadership for their role in ratifying the emergency rule. In a broadcast on March 18, 2025, President Tinubu justified the move by citing concerns over political instability in the state, including allegations that Governor Sim Fubara demolished the State House of Assembly building. Following this declaration, Fubara, his deputy, and other members of the House of Assembly were suspended for six months, with Vice Admiral Ibas appointed as the Sole Administrator of the state.
Despite the passage of over a month since the declaration, Tinubu’s decision remains highly contested. Critics argue that it undermines democratic governance and violates both Nigerian and ECOWAS regulations. ALDRAP has demanded that Tinubu disclose the legal basis for appointing Ibas as Sole Administrator, threatening legal action if their request is ignored.
The suit, filed with the ECOWAS court, specifically challenges the legality of the suspension of democracy in Rivers State. It claims that the emergency rule contradicts ECOWAS principles on democratic governance, particularly the prohibition against unconstitutional changes of government. The lawyers are also calling for sanctions under ECOWAS’ legal framework for member states that breach democratic norms.
ALDRAP previously sent a letter to ECOWAS Heads of State urging them to sanction Tinubu, arguing that failing to act would reflect a double standard, especially after similar actions were taken against countries like Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. They contend that the imposition of military rule in Rivers State represents a dangerous precedent for democratic backsliding in the region.
In their communication, ALDRAP also refutes the justifications provided by Tinubu, stating that the crisis in Rivers was exaggerated and primarily driven by political rivalry between the current and former governors, both allies of the president.
A former presidential aspirant and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has called for stronger institutions over strong individuals, a shift toward production-driven growth, and trust as the foundation of governance and national development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army have successfully repelled an attack carried out by suspected terrorists in Garin Hillo village, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the development in a post on X on Sunday.
According to the report, the incident occurred in the early hours of April 17, when soldiers at a Forward Operating Base in Gatawa received intelligence about terrorist movements in the area.
The troops immediately moved to the location, where they engaged the attackers in a gun duel. The assailants were later forced to withdraw after coming under heavy military pressure.
About 30 armed men were said to have entered the village on foot, firing sporadically and causing panic among residents.
Six civilians sustained injuries during the attack and were evacuated to the General Hospital in Sabon Birni for medical treatment, where they are currently receiving care.
Makama added that troops have intensified patrols in the area to prevent further attacks and reassure residents of their safety.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested three suspected collaborators of Boko Haram and ISWAP in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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