The governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have strongly opposed the declaration of a state of emergency in the state.
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDPGF), Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, described the move as unconstitutional and a blatant disregard for democratic principles.
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Mohammed argued that it was illegal and unacceptable for the president to suspend a democratically elected governor and other officials in Rivers State, emphasizing that such a decision posed a significant threat to Nigeria’s democracy.
“The PDPGF has noted with concern the suspension of democratically elected officials in Rivers by the president. We state categorically that this is a threat to democracy.
This is a premeditated attack on Rivers, the PDP, and other opposition parties in the country.
It is a great threat to democracy and an ill wind that will blow no one any good,” the statement read in parts.
The Bauchi State Governor further warned that the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State could escalate political instability, deepen national mistrust, and increase security challenges.
He added that the action could negatively impact investor confidence and disrupt economic activities in the state and beyond.
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