President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in Rivers state following the local government council election held on Saturday.
Gatekeepers News reports that the president condemned the violence through a statement released by his Special Adviser on
Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Monday.
Tinubu called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.
He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
President Tinubu also directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.
While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.
Tinubu noted that government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.
He emphasised that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.
The president noted that the judiciary can settle all political disputes, adding that the outcome of this election should be no exception.