Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi warns that the government will declare a state of emergency in any state jeopardizing Nigeria’s stability, particularly referencing Rivers State. He addresses past criticisms of President Tinubu’s stance on emergency declarations, emphasizing that no preferential treatment will be given to any state and urging unity in patriotism for the nation’s welfare.
Lateef Fagbemi, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, has indicated that the Federal Government is prepared to impose sanctions, including declaring a state of emergency, in any state that threatens Nigeria’s stability. He emphasized that this is particularly pertinent in the case of Rivers State and warned that any state fostering unrest may face similar ramifications in the future.
Fagbemi stated, “Let the signal be clear for those who want to foment trouble… to think twice.” He addressed criticisms regarding President Bola Tinubu’s previous stance on emergency declarations, asserting that any future instances may be handled with greater decisiveness. Fagbemi noted, “If it happens again, I will encourage Mr President to do the same, maybe this time with even greater vigour and vitality.”
The Attorney General reiterated that preferential treatment should not apply in cases of illegality. He stated, “You give preferential treatment to anybody, you are giving preferential treatment to illegality.” He called for a unified commitment to Nigeria, emphasizing that patriotism should prevail over individual interests, particularly in the context of Rivers State.
In summary, Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi has made it clear that the Federal Government will act decisively against any state threatening Nigeria’s stability, particularly through potential emergency declarations. His remarks reflect a commitment to upholding the nation’s laws and a call for unity, underscoring that in matters of governance, collective national interest supersedes individual concerns.
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