President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has outlined key directives as he officially lifted the state of emergency in Rivers State and reinstated Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

The President, in a national broadcast on Tuesday, confirmed that democratic governance will return to the oil-rich state after six months of direct federal control.

Here are the seven major points from Tinubu’s directive:

End of Emergency Rule – The six-month emergency rule imposed on Rivers State officially ends on September 17, 2025, by midnight.

Reinstatement of Governor and Deputies – Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and all elected lawmakers of the Rivers State House of Assembly will resume office effective Wednesday, September 18, 2025.

Reason for the Emergency – Tinubu recalled that the March 2025 proclamation was necessary due to political paralysis in the state, vandalism of oil pipelines, and unresolved disputes between the executive and legislative arms.

National Assembly’s Role – He appreciated the National Assembly for approving the proclamation after thorough deliberation and supporting peace efforts.

Supreme Court’s Observation – The President noted that the apex court had previously declared that governance had collapsed in Rivers State, which validated the state of emergency declaration.

Warning to Governors and Lawmakers – Tinubu urged leaders across all states to ensure peaceful relations between the executive and legislature, stressing that good governance can only thrive in stability.

Return to Democracy – The President described the decision as a “remarkable achievement,” adding that all stakeholders in Rivers State had now expressed readiness to embrace peace and restore order.

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The reinstatement of Governor Fubara is expected to reshape the political landscape of Rivers State ahead of upcoming political contests.