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Fresh concerns have emerged over the declaration of a state of emergency, with a video surfacing on social media showing former President Olusegun Obasanjo accusing House of Representatives members of collecting bribes to support the declaration. Various groups and stakeholders have widely condemned the state of emergency, with the South-South Zone of the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room releasing a press statement criticizing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's action. The accusation raises questions about the oversight function of federal legislators, who are supposed to protect the Constitution and the interests of all Nigerians, not just a select few. As condemnation grows and citizens express their discontent, it is expected that a President who respects democracy and the rule of law would reconsider the decision in the best interest of the people.   In the video a perceived House of Representatives member was trying to debunk the claim, but given former President Obasan...

 The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, a coalition of over 200 civil society organizations dedicated to promoting credible elections and governance in Nigeria, has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. This move has raised critical concerns about the limits of executive power and the protection of democratic institutions in Nigeria. The South-South Zone of the Situation Room issued the statement from Benin City, signed by Dr. Jude Obasanmi, the South-South Zonal Coordinator, Dr. Bright Oniovokukor from the Indomitable Youths Organization, and other stakeholders. The group expressed strong reservations about the President's decision, which appears to exceed his constitutional authority and undermine the principles of federalism. They argued that the President's declaration contravenes the Nigerian Constitution, undermining federalism and the separation of powers. The suspension of elected officials and impos...