Former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi has called on members of the national Assembly from the Labour Party to stand firm and reject the removal of governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara.
Obi in a press statement he signed and posted on his verified Facebook handle, said he has long refrained from speaking about the lawmakers because he wants them to concentrate on their job but the recent removal of Fubara has made it auspicious that he addresses them.
He said: “I urge you to stand as true defenders of justice. Do not participate in or support any action, decision, or vote that compromises the integrity of our democracy, undermines the interests of the people of Rivers State, or contradicts our core values of fairness, equity, and transparency.
Since your inauguration as Distinguished, and Honorable members of the National Assembly, I have refrained from interfering in your legislative affairs out of respect for your independence and to allow you to focus on alleviating the suffering of the Nigerian people.
However, at this critical juncture — following 26 years of a deteriorating democratic process marked by disregard for educational qualifications for electoral positions, massive rigging, and now the unconstitutional removal of elected officeholders — I find it necessary to address you. These unconstitutional actions have far-reaching negative implications for our democracy and the will of the people.
“We must not allow ourselves to become instruments of injustice or contribute to the betrayal of the people’s mandate. At this moment, we must prioritize what is right over what is wrong or convenient, remaining steadfast in defending the well-being of the people of Rivers State.
“Together, let us stand firm in our resolve — because a new Nigeria is possible!” Obi said.
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