Rivers Upheaval: Tinubu Decries Violence, Directs Police To Provide Security To LG Offices
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday, October 7, 2024, has expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in Rivers State.
The President while responding to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election in Rivers State, called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in the State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
Tinubu urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said that President Tinubu has directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.
While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, Tinubu emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions, stressing that government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.
The President stressed that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.
He said the judiciary can settle all political disputes, adding that the outcome of this election should be no exception.
