Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar strongly condemned the Rivers State local government election, describing it as shameful, illegitimate, and unacceptable.
Moreover, he argued that the process revealed how a power cabal intends to overturn the democratic rights of Rivers people.
Through a statement on his official X handle, Atiku urged the opposition to reject the election results completely.
Furthermore, he insisted the poll was organized by an occupation government that lacks recognition under Nigeria’s 1999 constitution.
According to Atiku, the Rivers State local government election represented a travesty of democracy and an awful political absurdity.
In addition, he accused the ruling APC of discarding caution to pursue reckless political advantage at the people’s expense.
He stressed that the manner of the election clearly showed the government’s determination to compromise Nigeria’s democratic system.
Consequently, he warned that the exercise illustrated a dangerous direction for Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership.
Therefore, Atiku urged opposition parties in Rivers State to reject the outcome of the controversial local government election.
He maintained that the government which supervised the polls has no legitimacy or authority to conduct such sensitive assignment.
Additionally, Atiku called on well-meaning Nigerians, international partners, and civil society groups to closely monitor the unfolding crisis.
As a result, he emphasized that only vigilance and resistance can safeguard democracy against political brigandry and authoritarian manipulation.
Atiku further expressed strong solidarity with Rivers residents, who remain victims of political injustice caused by the power cabal.
Thus, he assured Rivers citizens that their democratic rights must never be subverted for partisan advantage or selfish political gain.
Ultimately, the Rivers State LGA polls controversy has deepened tensions, fueling greater calls for transparency and credible governance.
Consequently, political observers believe the dispute will intensify opposition resolve and pressure for constitutional compliance nationwide.
