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Tinubu orders Police to restore security at Rivers LG secretariats

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President Bola Tinubu has directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately following reports of arson in some local government secretariats in Rivers State.

He has also called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders, and their supporters in the state to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.

According to a statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser (Information & Strategy), 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.

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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 emphasized 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.

 

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