President Tinubu Speaks On Rivers Crisis, Tells Political Actors What To Do

President Tinubu has reacted to the ongoing Rivers crisis.

Epe Insights reports that political stakeholders in Rivers State must respect court rulings and uphold the rule of law to restore peace in the crisis-hit state, President Bola Tinubu said.

The President in a statement titled “President Tinubu Calls for Adherence to the Rule of Law to Restore Peace in Rivers State”, signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the call during a meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, with leaders of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum.

“I am here by the grace of God, appreciating your support, prayers, and concern. I cannot complain. I campaigned for this position and begged for the job.

“I must do it with all my heart, whatever it takes. I will make sure we achieve our promises and goals,” Tinubu assured the delegation.

President Tinubu emphasised that respect for judicial decisions is fundamental to maintaining democracy, stressing that all stakeholders must recognise and implement court rulings.

“This is a nation governed by the rule of law. I should not be here as President without a rule of law. I have total confidence in our judiciary.

“We have expectations. Human beings can make errors. But once the court has spoken, that is it,” he declared.

He then urged PANDEF leaders to take active steps in ensuring that the rulings of the courts are enforced.

“Please go back home and help implement the court rulings within the shortest possible time. I am putting the ball in your court.

“Help! Privately and openly intervene and counsel the governor. Pursue the path of peace and stability,” the President charged.

Meanwhile, Epe Insights understands that the political standoff in Rivers State has raised concerns about economic and political stability in the oil-rich Niger Delta region.

President Tinubu reiterated the importance of safeguarding the region’s prosperity, likening it to “the goose that lays the golden egg.”