Against the backdrop of the ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State, a peace advocate, Chap. Brig. Gen. Amb. Comr. Isaac Christian, has called for peace and security in the Niger Delta State.
He, however, expressed his gratitude to the governor of the State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, for his swift response and commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents in the state.
In an interview in Port Harcourt, the Peace Advocate acknowledged Governor Fubara to be a man of peace and dignity, who has the interest of the people at heart.
He stated that the insecurity and political crisis that the residents of Diobu Town, Artillery and Slaughter axis of Port Harcourt have been facing in recent months, with reports of increased crime rates and incidents of violence in the areas, have minimised even as he urged the people to shun violence and abide by the rules and regulations so the people can help the governor achieve peace.
He has also hailed the appointment of the caretaker chairmen of the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Rivers State, extending his felicitations to the newly appointed chairmen while expressing his confidence in their ability to serve the people of Rivers State effectively.
He said he was optimistic of the sustainability of security under the leadership of the new LGA chairmen.
He appealed to everyone to allow the governor to take full charge of the state as he said: “After God in Rivers State, it’s our dear governor so for things to be peaceful for the masses considering the cost of living which is becoming so unbearable and also to pray for the good of the people.”
He alluded to the Biblical injunction, which admonishes citizens to pray for the peace and stability of the nation.