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Media personality and former presidential spokesperson, Reuben Abati, has accused President Bola Tinubu of committing an impeachable offence over his handling of the political crisis in Rivers State. Abati made the statement during a television interview on Tuesday, describing Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency and removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara as a violation of the constitution.
Source: https://www.dailymentor.online/2025/03/Tinubu%20Has%20Committed%20an%20Impeachable%20Offence%20%20Reuben%20Abati.html?m=1
“The president’s actions in Rivers State are unconstitutional and amount to an abuse of power. This is an impeachable offence,” Abati said. He argued that the move undermines Nigeria’s democracy and sets a dangerous precedent for executive overreach.

The crisis in Rivers State, which stems from a power struggle between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, has paralyzed governance and heightened tensions. Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency has been met with mixed reactions, with some stakeholders supporting the move as a necessary step to restore order, while others see it as politically motivated.

Abati’s comments have sparked a debate about the limits of presidential power and the need for accountability in governance. As the situation unfolds, stakeholders are calling for dialogue and reconciliation to prevent further escalation.

Reuben Abati don dey smoke something strong.

How can he say this about Tinubu?

I'm also surprised he managed to be on the side of truth today

tundegan:
Reuben Abati don dey smoke something strong.

How can he say this about Tinubu?