Rivers Local Gov’t Elections A Charade, Centre Says

The Centre for Truth and Justice (CTJ) has condemned the recent Local Government elections in Rivers State, describing it as a charade and abuse of democratic process.

The group alleged that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s actions undermined the democratic process, violating every principle that Nigeria stands for.

Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Executive Director Obinna Francis, said the elections were conducted without transparency, accountability, or legitimacy, and were instead a “coronation of Governor Fubara’s puppets.”

Francis also highlighted Governor Fubara’s disregard for the law, including his suspension of members of the Rivers State House of Assembly and installation of a three-man committee to function as the state assembly.

The CTJ further criticized Governor Fubara’s use of proxy parties to advance his political agenda.

“We condemn in totality the charade, mockery, and the total abuse of our democratic process by the purported conduct of Local Government (LG) elections in Rivers State,” Francis said.

“What transpired in Rivers State is a travesty of democracy, an affront to the will of the people, and a direct assault on the rule of law. The so-called election that took place within the confines of the Government House is not only an illegal act but also a violation of every democratic principle that this nation stands for.”