Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has taken a stand against the Nigeria Police Force’s decision to stay away from Saturday’s local government elections. In response to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s announcement that the Police would not provide security due to a court order, Fubara asserted that he would ensure security for the election.
Fubara criticized the Police’s decision, questioning the legitimacy of the court order and emphasizing the importance of holding the local government elections. He assured the public that the elections would proceed as planned with or without Police security, citing the example of a successful election in Anambra.
The Governor’s bold statement conveys his commitment to upholding democratic processes in Rivers State and highlights the need for strong leadership in challenging times. As the local government elections draw near, Fubara’s determination to see the process through sends a clear message that the people’s voices will be heard, and their votes will count.