President Bola Tinubu has directed the police to immediately restore and maintain peace, law, and order in Rivers State, which has experience fatal violence since its local government election over the weekend.
The President also called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in the 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.
According to a statement on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
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 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.
