Rivers LG Crisis: Tinubu Orders Police to Restore Peace
President Bola Tinubu has directed the police to immediately restore peace, law, and order in rivers state.
The president gave the directive following reports of tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election
In a statement signed by Special Adviser to the president on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.
While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, the president emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.
President Tinubu said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.
He called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
President Tinubu urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
He stressed that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.
According to President Tinubu, the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.
