Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, warning that it poses a serious threat to national security and stability.
In a statement released on Tuesday by her Chief Press Secretary, Arogbonlo Israel, the senator urged Nyesom Wike, the current FCT Minister and former Rivers State Governor, to allow his successor, Governor Sim Fubara, to govern the state without interference, as stipulated by the constitution.
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The growing tension between Wike and Fubara over control of the state’s politics and governance has fueled a political crisis that has seen violence, the destruction of government institutions, defections of political figures, and a general breakdown of law and order.
Akpoti-Uduaghan stressed the need for President Tinubu’s immediate intervention to protect citizens, ensure the neutrality of state institutions, and promote peace and justice.
She warned that failing to address the situation could lead to further instability.
“The situation in Rivers demands urgent attention, and I implore Mr. President to take decisive action to prevent further escalation. We cannot afford to watch as the crisis deepens, threatening the stability of the region. President Tinubu’s leadership is crucial in resolving this impasse,” the senator said.
She added, “If left unchecked, the crisis may undermine Nigeria’s democratic progress, embolden perpetrators of violence and electoral malpractices, and threaten national security and stability.”
