Following comments made by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political tensions have increased. Hon. Charles Idahosa, a former Commissioner for Information and senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, has responded strongly to the comments.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Idahosa has denounced the governor’s remarks, cautioning that if left unchecked, they could cause instability and stir up trouble. In a speech on Tuesday, Idahosa called on the president to act quickly to stop what he called Fubara’s incendiary statements. His remarks followed the governor’s recent call for Rivers State youth to be ready to act in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the state’s current political crisis during a commissioning event. This greatly disturbed Idahosa, who contended that such statements could lead to needless disputes at a time when stability ought to be the top concern.
Disappointed in the current state of affairs, the APC chieftain specifically criticized the involvement of previous governors and political elders in Rivers State. Claiming that their main focus appeared to be their personal political goals rather than maintaining peace and sound government, he accused them of failing to act in the best interests of the people.
He was blunt in his criticism of Fubara’s leadership style, raising doubts about the governor’s intentions and whether his remarks were motivated by personal gain. Additionally, he emphasized the dangers of urging youth to act in politically sensitive situations. Are his kids one of the young people he has on standby? You were elected governor, but you won’t let the nation rest or Rivers State experience peace,” Idahosa said.
He also emphasized that Nigeria is a country that upholds the rule of law and that the judiciary, not popular agitation, should resolve all political conflicts. He saw no need for more political turmoil because the Supreme Court had already rendered its decision on the issue. Idahosa urged security services to handle the issue with firmness in light of these worries. He maintained that no one should be free from accountability for acts that endanger public order just because they hold a prominent position.
He asserts that in order to prevent the situation in Rivers State from getting out of hand, the presidency must also intervene. He said that the governor should express greater gratitude and refrain from sowing discord among those who assisted him in becoming governor by asking those in positions of authority to remind Fubara of the political backing he received during his election.
Observers are eager to watch how the federal government and security forces would react to the situation in Rivers State, given the volatile political environment. Idahosa’s comments, however, have stoked continuing discussions concerning accountable leadership and the effect of political rhetoric on stability and governance in Nigeria.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
