In a bid to avert a breakdown of law and order following the recent torching of the secretariats of two local governments in Rivers State, President Bola Tinubu has order security agencies to restore normalcy and ensure the security of public institutions in the state.
The President also called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
In almost one year, the governor and his estranged godfather, Nyesome Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have been embroiled in a superiority war, the latest being last Saturday’s local government elections, which was largely won by loyalists of the governor, who contested on the platform of the All Peoples Party (APP).
In response to recent tensions following election, President Tinubu expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.
He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
The President directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.
He said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.
The President also 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 not be an exception.
