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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has lifted the six-month emergency rule in Rivers State, reinstating the governor and officials after he said a constitutional crisis stalled governance. The emergency, declared in March 2025, followed a standoff between the legislature and the governor that disrupted budget approvals. Rivers State, located in the oil-rich Niger Delta, is a crucial hub for Nigeria’s crude oil exports. With exports of 2.3 million barrels per day to China, India, the U.S., and Europe, stability in the region is vital for Nigeria. Tinubu faces criticism for crackdowns but claims democratic order is restored.

Nigeria: Tinubu Lifts Emergency in Oil-Rich State | Firstpost Africa

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