Former chairmen from 21 of Rivers State's 23 local government areas staged defiant protests in their respective councils, aligning themselves with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The protests, despite a police advisory against such actions, unfolded with notable incidents.
In Buguma, Asari-Toru LGA's headquarters, ex-Chairman Onengiyeofori George led supporters in a spirited march, echoing solidarity songs for Wike. They brandished placards urging continued police presence at the council, criticizing Acting Chairman Sim Fubara and asserting "No Vacancy" in council leadership.
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At Asari-Toru LGA, tensions escalated as alleged members of Asari Dokubo's private military attempted to disrupt the protest. Police intervention averted violence, with demonstrators eventually submitting a protest letter to authorities.
Meanwhile, in Abonnema, Akuku-Toru LGA, another group backed the ongoing police closure of council premises. The protests stem from a recent police takeover of all 23 LGA secretariats amid a tenure crisis that resulted in three fatalities.
