The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has reacted to the termination of the state of emergency in Rivers State.
Speaking via a statement by its National Secretary, Peter Ameh, the group insisted that the declaration of a state of emergency six months ago was a direct assault on Nigeria’s democratic principles.
Ameh argued that the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara was an unconstitutional power grab that should never have occurred.
CUPP said it firmly believes that democracy thrives on the will of the people and the independence of institutions.
“This action, executed without the request of elected state officials, undermined the mandate of Rivers State voters and set a dangerous precedent for the erosion of state autonomy in Nigeria’s federation,” the statement read.
“We demand immediate transparency from the Presidency. The legal memo justifying this emergency, the financial costs incurred, and a comprehensive review of the rights violated during this period must be published without delay.
“Nigerians deserve clarity to restore trust in our governance system.
“By assuming unchecked authority, President Tinubu has acted as a ‘Proclaimer General,’ threatening the democratic balance of our federation.
“We are profoundly disappointed by the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case brought by PDP governors challenging the emergency.
“This failure to uphold constitutional authority allowed an illegal act to persist, exposing the Court’s complicity in prioritising political interests over the rule of law. Such hypocrisy weakens the judiciary’s credibility and endangers Nigeria’s democratic foundation.”
CUPP called on all Nigerians, political parties, civil society, and citizens to reject this dangerous precedent and defend democracy, saying that the will of the people, expressed through free and fair elections, must remain sacrosanct.
It added, “History will judge this episode as either a fleeting misstep or the beginning of a slide toward authoritarianism. We urge the government to recommit to constitutional governance and ensure such overreach is never repeated.”
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