President Tinubu Condemns Violence In Rivers

Gov Fubara expresses reservations about the manner of President’s intervention President Bola Tinubu has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.   In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President 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.   President Tinubu directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.   While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he 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 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.   Gov Fubara, Angio Briggs express reservations Reacting to the President’s intervention however, Governor Siminlaye Fubara and Niger Delta Environmental Rights activist, Angio Briggs berated the manner of the President’s intervention. Speaking on a Channels TV programme last night the duo wondered why the President singled out Governor Fubara’s name while leaving out the name of the alleged traducer. Ms. Briggs rhetorically asked who are the political leaders President Tinubu referred to but couldn’t call their name(s)?

Fubara Swears-in Newly Elected Council Chairmen

Governor Siminlaye Fubara of Rivers State has sworn-in the newly elected Chairmen of the 23 LGAs in Rivers State. The new helmsmen of the last tier of government emerged yesterday following fractious election that brought the state governmemnt on collision course with agencies of the Federal Government. At the end of the exercise yesterday, the Action Peoples Party (APP), the proxy party of Governor Fubara, won in 22 of the LGAs, while the Action Alliance won one of the LGs. Governor Fubara congratulated the newly sworn Local Government on their electoral victories The swearing-in ceremony took place at the at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Port Harcourt. Each elected Chairman was accompanied by a guest to the event which took place 4 pm. The newly elected chairmen will represent the 23 local government areas of Rivers State

Rivers LG Election: Atiku Applauds Gov Fubara

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed strong support for the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for moving forward with the local government elections scheduled for Saturday.  According to Abubakar, Fubara’s actions are crucial in reinforcing the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. Abubakar encouraged the people of Rivers State to participate in the electoral process, emphasizing the importance of local governance and the rule of law.  He believes these elections offer a valuable opportunity to uphold the principles of democracy and constitutionalism, ensuring that citizens can freely select their grassroots leaders. The former Vice President highlighted the significance of these elections in empowering local communities to shape their leadership, urging peaceful participation and a strong sense of civic responsibility among voters. READALSO: Tribunal: Tinubu, INEC, APC oppose Atiku’s tendered evidences