President Jonathan Seeks Extension Of Emergency Rule In Borno, Yobe, Adamawa For Another Six Months

President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday morning has sent a request to the National Assembly to approve the extension of emergency rule in Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states by another six months. President Goodluck Jonathan, March 2013. The extension needs to be approved by both chambers of the National Assembly. The state of emergency was declaredin May 2013 as part of government efforts to address the violent activities of Boko Haram rebels. It was extendedfor six months in November.