- The Rivers Good Governance Agenda (RGGA) has praised the Supreme Court for ruling against what it called unconstitutional actions by Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers state
- The group supported the courts decision to stop the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from giving funds to the state government
- The RCGA also warned Governor Fubara to respect the ruling, follow democratic principles, and stop using power unfairly
Fubara accused of authoritarian agenda”This judgment is a great move towards the restoration of constitutional democracy under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose commitment to the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary has been very firm,” the group stated.RGGA urges CBN complianceRCGA condemns Governor Fubaras actionsRCGA calls for respect for the Rule of Law”We call on all stakeholders, including the CBN, the Rivers State Government, and the judiciary, to respect the Supreme Courts judgment and ensure that the rule of law prevails,” the RCGA added.Fubara takes action after Supreme Court verdict
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