HEADLINE: PRESIDENT TINUBU DIRECTS POLICE TO PROVIDE SECURITY TO ALL LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILS.

President Bola Tinubu has called on Rivers State Governor Siminilayi Fubara, political leaders and supporters in the state to uphold the rule of law. 

President Tinubu who was reacting to the recent tension following las Saturday's local government election in Rivers State, expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state. 

He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions. 

President Tinubu in a press statement by the special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga directed the police to immediately  restore peace, law and order in the state, as he emphasized the need to ensure the security of public institutions. 

President Tinubu said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism, stressing fhat self help has no place in a democratic system of government. 

The President noted that the judiciary can settled all political disputes, adding that the outcome of the election should not be an exception.