The political crisis in Rivers State has attracted the attention of various groups and individuals, including the presidency and a coalition known as Rivers Coalition for Good Governance.
The presidency has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not take sides in the conflict and will not allow anyone to frustrate the state government. This decision comes in response to calls for intervention by various parties in the conflict.
The Rivers Coalition for Good Governance has urged Tinubu to re-intervene in the crisis and ensure a new accord that guarantees stability and allows the governor to focus on governance without distractions. The coalition expressed deep concern over the brewing political crisis, which has seen some lawmakers defecting and challenging the authority of the duly elected governor of the state.
According to the coalition, the defectors have continued to operate as members of the House despite the clear provisions of the Nigerian Constitution, which stipulate that such defections result in the loss of their seats. The defectors have also been challenging the authority of the governor, creating a situation that should not be allowed to persist.
The coalition called for a new accord that would allow the governor to govern the state without interference, while also respecting the historical significance of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike’s tenure as the immediate past governor.
Overall, the situation in Rivers State remains a matter of concern for many individuals and groups, and there is a need for a lasting solution that guarantees stability and good governance in the state.
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