Following recent reconciliation between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, the Rivers Elders and Leaders Forum has demanded that Rivers State’s state of emergency be immediately lifted.
The Forum described the political crisis that has rocked the state over the past few months as a “sad development that deeply wounded the soul of our dear state and cast an undeserved shadow on our collective image, unity, progress, and prosperity,” at a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Thursday.
The elders commended both leaders for what they described as a “show of maturity and courage” in accepting peace while applauding President Bola Tinubu for intervening in the crisis.
The Rivers Elders and Leaders Forum, Alabo Dr. Gabriel Toby, acting chairman of the forum, said, “This is exactly what we, the Rivers Elders and Leaders Forum, had sincere requests for from the beginning. “Unfortunately, our initial efforts were not heard,” which necessitated our formal appeal to Mr. President.
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The Forum also emphasized that Rivers State’s existence was solely influenced by its involvement.
No political favor, reward, or personal gain are sought. Our only desire is for the leaders of our state to work together for the common good of all, according to Dr. Toby.
The elders expressed hope that the reconciliation’s terms are fully complied with the rule of law and are anchored in the 1999 Constitution.
The Forum urged the authorities to reinstate all of the country’s democratic institutions now that peace has been restored.
The statement stated that “we hold the position that all suspended democratic structures must be completely restored and that the State of Emergency must be lifted.”
Source: Channels TV
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