Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has ordered the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to conduct fresh local government elections following recent Supreme Court rulings on the state’s ongoing political crisis.
In a statewide broadcast on Sunday, Fubara acknowledged that his administration disagrees with the court’s verdicts but remains committed to upholding the rule of law. He assured residents that the government would review and implement the judgments once certified true copies are obtained, which is expected by Friday, March 7, 2025.
As an interim measure, the governor directed the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAs) to assume control of the 23 local government councils pending the fresh elections. He also instructed the outgoing local government chairmen to hand over power by Monday, March 3, 2025.
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Fubara announced, “Given the outlawing of caretaker arrangements in the local government system, I hereby direct the Heads of Local Government Administration to immediately take over the administration of the 23 local government councils pending the conduct of fresh elections by RSIEC.”
This decision comes amid growing tensions in the state following the Supreme Court’s ruling that reinstated pro-Nyesom Wike lawmakers, sparking political uncertainty.
Fubara urged residents to remain peaceful and assured them that his government is committed to stability and development.
“Although our dear state seems to be back in trying times, I urge everyone to remain calm and peacefully go about their legitimate daily activities,” he said.