Don Urge Politicians, Stakeholders to Embrace Peace In Rivers State

Following the landslide Supreme Court victory of Governor Siminalayi Joseph Fubara of Rivers State, a renowned Sociologist at University of Johannesburg, South Africa, Dr Emmanuel Pikibo Ngeri Rowlands has called on politicians, youths and stakeholders in Rivers state to embrace peace and unity to move the state to forward

The Don also appealed to the political actors to shun violence but rally round the Governor to transform the Socio economic development of the state

Dr Ngeri Rowlands stated this in a statement made available to TheTide in Port Harcourt

The Rivers state born academia also urged the youths, traditional rulers and stakeholders to set aside partisan differences and unite behind Governor Sim Fubara.

“To all Rivers State indigenes, politicians, stakeholders, and traditional rulers, we implore you to set aside partisan differences and unite behind Governor Sim Fubara. His victory is a testament to the trust and confidence placed in him by the electorate. Now is the time to rally around his leadership, for he has demonstrated a clear vision for the progress and prosperity of our beloved state”

“This triumph not only reaffirms the will of the people but also marks a pivotal moment in the trajectory of Rivers State’s future.”

The renowned Sociologist appealed to youths and hired political thugs to embraced peace than seek to disrupt the peace and stability of Rivers State

“We must vehemently denounce the actions of hired thugs and political adversaries who seek to disrupt the peace and stability of Rivers State. Let it be known that there is no place for violence or discord in our quest for development. Instead, we call upon these individuals to lay down their arms and embrace the path of peace”.

The Okrika born politician said it is only through peace and unity that the state can pave way for meaningful progress and attract much needed investment to our state.

“It is through peace that we can pave the way for meaningful progress and attract much needed investment to our state”.

The University lecturer appealed to Governor Fubara to prioritize the creation of employment opportunities for the youths of Rivers State to reduced social unrest and criminality

” Our young people are the backbone of our society, and their empowerment is essential for the sustained growth and development of our state.

He also called on the Governor to embarked on education empowerment, skills acquisition programs, training and jobs creation for the teeming youths of the state

“Governor Fubara can harness the potential of our youth and secure a brighter future for generations to come”

“As we embark on this new chapter in Rivers State’s history, let us remember that our strength lies in our unity, our resilience, and our unwavering commitment to progress”

” Together, we can overcome any obstacle and realize the full potential of our great state,

Let us stand united, let us embrace peace, and let us build a future that we can all be proud of” he said.

CHINEDU WOSU