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- The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has condemned President Tinubu’s six-month suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State.
- The SDP describes the action as unconstitutional and ill-thought-out.
- The party calls on the National Assembly to deny the action the requisite approval.
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, which resulted in the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The party views this action as unconstitutional and ill-thought-out, arguing that it undermines the democratic principles of the country.
According to the SDP, the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State is not justified, as the situation in the state does not constitute a breakdown of public order and safety. The party asserts that the president’s action is an assault on democracy and an attempt to usurp the powers of the state government.
The SDP has called on the National Assembly to act in the national interest and deny the president’s action the requisite approval. The party has also urged the people of Rivers State to remain calm and assured them that democracy will be restored in the state.
The SDP’s stance on this issue is clear: the party will not stand idly by while democratic institutions are undermined. The party remains committed to upholding the principles of democracy and the rule of law in Nigeria.
