President Bola Tinubu has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders, and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law in light of recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government elections.
Expressing deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state, Tinubu called on all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violent or destructive actions.
The President directed law enforcement agencies to restore peace, law, and order immediately, with a specific directive to secure local government offices and safeguard public institutions. “Government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism,” Tinubu emphasized.
He added that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy. Tinubu encouraged all parties to resolve disputes through the judiciary, noting that the current election should be no exception to this principle.
