President Bola Tinubu has directed the Inspector of General Police, Kayode Egebtokun to provide security to all local government Secretariats in Rivers State.
He also directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.
The President in a statement issued Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
Tinubu’s directive was 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.
While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.
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.
Tinubu noted that the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.
(Information & Strategy)
