President Bola Tinubu has publicly blamed Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for the persistent political issues in the region. In a recent nationwide address, he criticised the governor for demolishing the State Assembly complex and failing to reconstruct it over the past 15 months. This stagnation has contributed to the continuous unrest in Rivers State, despite multiple intervention attempts from stakeholders, including the President himself.
In light of the recent security reports highlighting pipeline vandalism by militants, Tinubu accused the governor of inaction. He stressed the need for extraordinary measures to restore peace and security. Consequently, a state of emergency was declared, and Retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas was appointed to manage the state’s administrative functions. This decisive move reflects a commitment to enforce good governance and safeguard the state’s resources.
Key Takeaways:
- President Tinubu holds Governor Fubara accountable for Rivers State’s political crisis.
- The state suffers from non-functional legislative structures and security threats.
- A state of emergency aims to restore order with Retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas leading administration.
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