In the wake of the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, has called for calm and a steadfast commitment to democracy. On Friday, Ndume took to his X page, urging Nigerians to remain composed and to uphold democratic principles amid the rising tensions in the state.
“Nigerians must remain calm and uphold democracy amid the Rivers State crisis. Let’s trust our institutions and work for peace, unity, and stability,” Ndume wrote. “In times of political tension, let us remain steadfast in our commitment to democracy and the rule of law.”
Ndume’s call for peace and unity comes just hours after the Senate voted in favor of President Bola Tinubu’s decision to suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara, a move that has sent shockwaves through the state. Despite the political turmoil, both Ndume and the suspended governor have urged the people of Rivers to stay peaceful and avoid escalating the crisis.
In these uncertain times, Ndume’s message resonates as a reminder that democratic values and the rule of law must remain the foundation of the nation’s governance, no matter the political turbulence.
