Nigeria Ends Emergency Rule in Rivers State Amid Political Turmoil and Security Threats

After half a year of emergency governance in Nigeria’s critical oil-producing Rivers State, President Bola Tinubu has lifted the suspension on the state governor and lawmakers. The move follows a politically charged crisis marked by legislative infighting and persistent attacks on vital oil infrastructure—events that underscore the fragile nature of governance in resource-rich regions. Does Political Instability in Nigeria Threaten Global Energy Security? Rivers State, home to a significant portion of Nigeria’s oil output, experienced a volatile power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and local legislators who accused him of budget manipulation and unauthorized changes within the legislature. While Fubara...