Ann-Kio Briggs, a Niger Delta human rights activist, sharply criticized Rivers State Administrator Ibok Ete Ibas. She accused him of escalating tensions instead of resolving them after President Bola Tinubu appointed him to manage the state's political crisis. Tinubu declared a state of emergency in March, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy.
Speaking on Channels Television, Briggs argued that Ibas was making the situation worse. She claimed he improperly removed democratically elected officials and even allegedly removed Fubara's pictures from the government house. The activist insisted Fubara remains the legitimate governor of Rivers State.
Briggs suggested that Tinubu could reverse the emergency rule before its six-month term expires. She stated that Ibas is not welcome in the state and is overseeing ongoing violence. The controversy has sparked competing protests, with one group supporting the administrator and another demanding Fubara's return.
The situation highlights ongoing political tensions in Rivers State. Competing groups continue to demonstrate their positions, reflecting the deep divisions created by the state of emergency. The conflict remains unresolved, with significant political implications for the region.
Speaking on Channels Television, Briggs argued that Ibas was making the situation worse. She claimed he improperly removed democratically elected officials and even allegedly removed Fubara's pictures from the government house. The activist insisted Fubara remains the legitimate governor of Rivers State.
Briggs suggested that Tinubu could reverse the emergency rule before its six-month term expires. She stated that Ibas is not welcome in the state and is overseeing ongoing violence. The controversy has sparked competing protests, with one group supporting the administrator and another demanding Fubara's return.
The situation highlights ongoing political tensions in Rivers State. Competing groups continue to demonstrate their positions, reflecting the deep divisions created by the state of emergency. The conflict remains unresolved, with significant political implications for the region.
