Minister Slams Kwankwaso Over Comments on Rivers State Emergency.

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has criticized Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), for his comments on President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.

Kwankwaso had labeled the declaration as unconstitutional and warned it could foster a culture of impunity.

Ata defended the president’s decision, stating it was taken in the best interest of national stability and security.

He emphasized that the declaration aimed to maintain law and order in Rivers State following prolonged political turmoil.

The minister also commended the National Assembly for their swift approval of the president’s proclamation .

Ata accused Kwankwaso of having a flawed understanding of law and governance, citing his tenure as governor of Kano State, where he allegedly fostered a culture of political intimidation and disregarded legislative independence and the rule of law.

Ata further criticized Kwankwaso’s interference in the emirship tussle in Kano, highlighting the state government’s disregard for court orders.