Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, in a strong message on his X account, hailed the upcoming Rivers State local government elections as a beacon of hope for constitutional democracy. The elections, scheduled for tomorrow, offer an opportunity to reaffirm the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy, breathing new life into Nigeria’s democratic foundation.
Atiku commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for ensuring the elections take place, urging residents to embrace their civic duty peacefully. He emphasized the sacred nature of the democratic process, calling on all to defend the people’s right to freely choose their leaders at the grassroots level.