President Bola Tinubu has condemned the violence in Rivers State following the local government council elections, urging Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders, and their supporters to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state, calling on all parties to de-escalate the situation and discourage destructive actions.
“We must safeguard government facilities built with public funds from vandalism,” President Tinubu emphasized. “Self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.” He also stressed that the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.
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To address the situation, President Tinubu has directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately. He instructed law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control and ensure the security of public institutions.
This directive was made public through a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy ¹. Onanuga, a seasoned journalist and media expert, has been serving in this role since October 2023 ¹.
President Tinubu’s call for calm and adherence to democratic principles aims to prevent further violence and ensure a peaceful resolution to the disputes arising from the election.