Rivers Crisis: Tinubu’s Declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers is ‘Assault on Democracy’ – Atiku

…As he Urges Nigerians to stand up against Tinubu’s ‘Power Grab”

The People’s Democratic party (PDP) 2023 Presidential Candidate Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as a clear case of political manipulation and bad faith.

The Former Vice President made the statement while reacting on his X handle to the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu over the political crisis in Rivers State.

According to Atiku, President Bola Tinubu’s role in the crisis is highly questionable, and his refusal to prevent the escalation of violence is “nothing short of disgraceful.”

The declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State has been met with widespread criticism, with many arguing that it is an attempt to undermine the democratic process.

Atiku’s statement echoes these concerns, suggesting that the President’s actions are driven by selfish political calculations rather than a genuine concern for the welfare of the people of Rivers State.

Atiku also pointed out that the brazen security breaches that led to the destruction of national infrastructure in Rivers State are a clear indication of the President’s failure to fulfill his responsibilities.

He argued that Tinubu cannot evade responsibility for the chaos that has engulfed the state, and that it is an “unforgivable failure” that the Niger Delta has been thrown back into an era of violent unrest and instability.

The former Vice President also drew attention to the fact that the hard-won peace secured by the late President Umaru Yar’Adua has been recklessly erased in pursuit of selfish political calculations.

He argued that if federal infrastructure in Rivers has been compromised, the President bears full responsibility.

Atiku’s statement is a clear indication of the growing concern among Nigerians about the direction of the country under President Tinubu’s leadership.

The declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State has been widely criticized, and many are questioning the President’s motives.

The crisis in Rivers State is a complex one, with deep-rooted political and economic factors at play.

However, Atiku’s statement suggests that the President’s actions are driven by a desire to consolidate power and undermine the democratic process.

As the situation in Rivers State continues to unfold, it is clear that the declaration of a state of emergency has only added fuel to the fire.

Atiku’s statement is a call to action, urging Nigerians to stand up against what he sees as an assault on democracy.

In conclusion, Atiku’s statement is a powerful indictment of President Tinubu’s handling of the crisis in Rivers State.

It is a call to action, urging Nigerians to stand up against what he sees as an assault on democracy.

As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that the declaration of a state of emergency has only added fuel to the fire.