In a video statement that was uploaded to Facebook, famous Kalabari Kingdom leader Alhaji Asari Dokubo urged President Bola Tinubu to consider his dedication to democratic principles. Dokubo made his remarks in response to the present political unrest in Rivers State, which is caused by disagreements between Governor Sim Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Dokubo urged President Tinubu to examine whether his actions align with his past advocacy for democracy, suggesting that his handling of the Rivers State crisis contradicts his previous stance. He emphasized the importance of staying true to democratic principles, asking the president to consider whether his current actions align with the democratic ideals he once fought for, particularly in the context of the June 12 movement.
According to him, “Is this the democracy you fought for that you are supporting a man to take over Rivers State? That people decamped from their party you celebrated that you couldn’t reject them, and today they say they have not decamped. Is this the democracy you fought for? Is this the June 12 you fought for? President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must be able to ask himself that.”
Dokubo’s statement highlights the need for leaders to remain committed to democratic values and raises important questions about the state of democracy in Nigeria.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>