Political Crisis in Rivers State: A Detriment to Development
In the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Tonye Cole, has highlighted the negative impact on the people of the state. He expressed concern over the stagnant development in Rivers State due to the power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former Governor Nyesom Wike.
Cole, during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, emphasized the detrimental effects of the recent court judgment that invalidated the 2024 budget for Rivers State. He lamented that the interests of the people of Rivers are being ignored in the political power play.
According to Cole, the political turmoil has paralyzed governance in the state, with implications for the ordinary citizens. He raised alarm over the precarious situation Fubara finds himself in, facing the challenge of navigating a complex political landscape involving multiple parties at different levels of government.
As the political crisis deepens, the focus remains on the need for resolution to ensure that the welfare and development of the people of Rivers State are prioritized.
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