A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress Hon Obidike Chukwuebuka, has commended the National Assembly for approving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers.
He said the approval saved democracy and will help restore normalcy to the oil-rich State.
Speaking to newsmen in Abuja after a meeting at the National Assembly complex, Obidike emphasised the importance of the National Assembly’s role in maintaining democratic principles and upholding the rule of law.
He noted that the approval of the State of Emergency declaration demonstrated the lawmakers’ commitment to protecting the nation’s democracy and promoting peace and stability in the interest her people.
Obidike’s remarks come at a time when democratic institutions in Africa are facing significant challenges.
According to a report by International IDEA, the average level of democracy in Africa remains relatively stable, but there are concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and the rise of authoritarianism in some countries.
He said: “The National Assembly’s approval of the state of emergency declaration is a significant affirmation of Nigeria’s commitment to democratic principles. The National Assembly has once again demonstrated its role as a guardian of democracy and a champion of the rule of law.”
